ABORTION PILL

May 05 2026HEALTH

Federal Court Stops Mail Delivery of Abortion Pill

A federal appeals judge has ruled that the abortion medication mifepristone can only be handed out in person, not by mail. The decision reverses a rule that let patients receive the pill through postal services. Judge Kyle Duncan, appointed during President Trump’s term, sided with Louisiana, saying

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Jun 01 2025HEALTH

The Scientist Behind the Abortion Pill's Legacy

A renowned French scientist, Étienne-Émile Baulieu, passed away at 98 in his Paris home. He was a pioneer in hormone research and is best known for creating the abortion pill. His wife, Simone Harari Baulieu, shared the news on social media. The abortion pill, known as RU-486 or mifepristone, was

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Safety Review Sparks Debate Over Abortion Pill

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is under pressure to review the safety of mifepristone, a medication commonly used in abortions. This push comes from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He cited a recent report that claims a much higher rate of serious complications from

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Mar 07 2025HEALTH

Healthy Kids, Healthy Choices: A New FDA Chief's Plan

Imagine this: A surgeon with a big vision for healthier school lunches is up for a major job. Dr. Marty Makary, a well-known figure from Johns Hopkins University, is in the running to lead the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If he gets the job, he's got some big plans. First off, he

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Dec 10 2024POLITICS

Trump's Plans for Healthcare and Abortion: A Casual Chat

President-elect Trump sat down with NBC’s “Meet the Press” to discuss his thoughts on healthcare and abortion. He didn't have much to say about replacing Obamacare, though. He still only has “ideas” for a better plan, and he’s not sure when he’ll have a full one. When asked about abortion pills, Tru

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Retailers in the Crosshairs: A Battle Over the Abortion Pill

Comptroller Brad Lander is stirring up a hornet's nest. He's urging major retailers like Walmart, Costco, and Kroger to start selling the abortion pill mifepristone. He argues that it's not just a matter of women's health, but also good business. Lander points out that New York City's pension funds

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