In abortion ban states, sterilization spiked after Dobbs and kept climbing

The report highlights alarming trends in sterilization rates, particularly in states enacting strict abortion bans, which correlates strongly with limited reproductive health options.

In states with total abortion bans, there was a striking 19% spike in sterilizations among reproductive-age women immediately following the Dobbs decision.

The study reinforces earlier findings indicating that limited abortion access compels women to opt for permanent contraception, as evidenced by increased sterilization procedures.

Data illustrates a troubling decline in contraception access associated with restrictive abortion laws, with significant implications on reproductive healthcare following the Dobbs ruling.

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