
Liza Fuentes
Senior Research Scientist at the Guttmacher Institute, focusing on sexual and reproductive health and supporting abortion rights.
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May 25, 2022 • 12min
How Changes in Abortion Law Could Impact Community Health
In this discussion, Liza Fuentes, a public health research scientist, dives into the profound implications of the Supreme Court's abortion case. She reveals how stricter abortion laws can severely impact community health and programs for mothers and children. Liza highlights the emotional toll on those denied care and critiques the paradox of states enforcing tight restrictions while underfunding essential health services. The conversation emphasizes the importance of viewing abortion as crucial healthcare and its role in fostering gender equity and familial support.

May 24, 2022 • 12min
Why Abortion Access Is Important For A Healthy Community
Liza Fuentes, a Senior Research Scientist at the Guttmacher Institute, explores the crucial role of abortion access in community health. She emphasizes how safe abortion services support diverse populations and address income and health inequalities. Fuentes connects abortion rights to broader issues of racial and economic justice, discussing the implications of limited access, particularly for low-income individuals and women of color. The conversation reveals abortion as a fundamental healthcare service necessary for maternal and community well-being.


