The news of the surge in US abortions reaching the highest level in over a decade, sparked by a surge in medication abortion, doesn’t come as a shock to many. The statistics provided may not accurately represent the actual number of abortions taking place due to the stockpiling of abortion medication by women in anticipation of potential bans. As someone who values women’s reproductive rights, it is disheartening to see the manipulation of data and the restrictions imposed on access to healthcare options such as abortion.
It is evident that the true reduction of abortion rates lies in ensuring access to healthcare for all, especially for marginalized groups such as poor and rural women.… Continue reading
As I read the heartbreaking story of Beauty Influencer Jessica Pettway dying from cervical cancer after a misdiagnosis, it hit close to home for me. It reminded me of my own battle with a misdiagnosis that could have cost me my life. I vividly remember the fear and frustration of being dismissed by doctors, feeling like I was fighting a losing battle to get them to take me seriously.
The accounts shared by others who have faced similar challenges really struck a chord with me. The stories of women like my friend, who knew something was wrong but were made to feel like they were overreacting or imagining things, are far too common.… Continue reading
As an individual grappling with the recent court ruling on embryos in Alabama, I have found myself deeply conflicted and distressed by the implications it carries, especially for women undergoing IVF treatments. The decision to categorize embryos as children has induced a wave of heartbreak and uncertainty among those relying on these treatments to start a family. The sudden halt in some IVF procedures has left many in a state of despair, grappling with the potential loss of a long-awaited dream.
The fundamental question that arises from this ruling is the extent to which failed IVF treatments equate to abortion in the eyes of the law.… Continue reading
These days, waking up to news about Alabama’s unhinged embryo ruling made me cringe in disbelief. The realization hit me hard – it’s never about protecting children; it’s always been about controlling women’s bodies. The recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court has not only condemned women facing ectopic pregnancies to death but has also set a dangerous precedent for the future of reproductive rights.
The religious rhetoric embedded in this ruling is unsettling, showcasing a Christo-fascist agenda that seeks to punish women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ Americans. What’s more alarming is the slippery slope we are sliding down towards total abortion bans and the criminalization of birth control methods like the pill, IUDs, and Depo injections.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker