Missouri is one of the deadliest states for giving birth. Its abortion ban may make that worse

GWMI member Julia Strasser shares her insights on the impact of Missouri's abortion ban on maternal care. "When you restrict access to abortion, you’re also restricting access to these other services that are related to pregnancy care," she notes. "That can include abortion care, but it can also include management of miscarriage or early pregnancy loss, and can include delivery." Strasser highlights how abortion bans can have a ripple effect on the broader field of reproductive care and the potential consequences for healthcare providers. Read more about her thoughts in this NPR article