Evaluating the accuracy of screening questions to determine eligibility for medication abortion based on gestational age
To improve accessibility of medication abortion, providers have developed protocols using telemedicine with screening questions instead of pre-abortion ultrasounds to determine gestational age. We evaluated the accuracy of screening questions alone for medication abortion eligibility. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: S Shockey, S Uhm, L Meyn, S Chang, BA Chen Source Type: research
A national snapshot of abortion training in family medicine residency programs
While early abortion is well within the scope of family medicine, it is not routinely taught in family medicine residency programs (FMRPs). We surveyed FMRP directors nationally to learn more about variations in reproductive health training. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: AK Summit, E Chong Source Type: research
Policies addressing contraception and abortion access for incarcerated people in canada
The aim of this study was to identify any and all legislation or policies addressing access to contraception and abortion for people experiencing incarceration in the provincial, territorial or federal correctional systems in Canada. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: M Paynter, C Heggie, S Mackenzie-Freeman, J Burnet, L Tong Source Type: research
Digital storytelling (dst) as a tool to bolster solidarity and support among black women who have had abortions
Normalizing abortion and allowing people who have had abortions to speak freely may begin to break down some barriers and remind the public that abortion is common. This project uses digital storytelling (DST) to document the abortion stories of Black women and measure the impact of participating in the DST process on individual stigma perception. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: AJ Bell, KN Giles, A Gubrium Source Type: research
Predictors of abortion provision among obstetrician-gynecologists in massachusetts
As abortion is increasingly restricted in the US, it is important to understand factors associated with abortion provision. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: A Joshi, E Hoe, J Fortin, AB Goldberg, E Janiak, S Neill Source Type: research
Missed opportunities for intra-network amplification and information-sharing about abortion on twitter following relevant current events: a mixed-methods analysis
This study investigated the main drivers, content, and structure of Twitter communication about abortion during the period immediately following the conflicting mifepristone rulings in Texas and Washington. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: SP Anjur-Dietrich Source Type: research
Use of alternative addresses for mailing medications among patients obtaining medication abortion via telehealth
Telehealth for abortion has proliferated in the US but is legally permitted in only 25 states. Media reports suggest that some telehealth patients request that medications be mailed to an alternative (non-home) address but the frequency of this practice is unknown. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: UD Upadhyay, LR Koenig, J Ko, L Peters, A Becker Source Type: research
Change in service availability of second- and third-trimester abortion care following dobbs
We aimed to examine trends in the availability of second- and third-trimester abortion services before and after the Dobbs v Jackson Women ’s Health Organization decision. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: N Berglas, R Schroeder, S Kaller, C Stewart, UD Upadhyay Source Type: research
Change in clinic volume and gestational age at time of abortion in southern illinois before and after dobbs v jackson women ’s health organization
We aimed to examine changes in patient volume and gestational age at time of abortion before and after the Dobbs v Jackson Women ’s Health Organization decision and identify factors associated with presenting for second-trimester care. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: J Trevino, R Paul, E King, J Reeves, T Madden Source Type: research
Have we expanded access? the impact of abortion telehealth in a state with extensive reproductive health deserts
We aimed to evaluate the differences in patients characteristics undergoing medication abortion via telehealth versus in-clinic appointments. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: AC Colwill, L Ingeno, AB Edelman Source Type: research
“who knows what is the truth and what isn’t?”: exploring young adults’ experiences with abortion misinformation
We aimed to understand how young adults develop knowledge regarding abortion and identify factors that create vulnerability to misinformation. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: JN John, LM Sanders, PD Blumenthal Source Type: research
Examining “beliefs” about abortion--what is abortion and how should abortion be regulated: findings from a multi-state cross-sectional survey.
We examined relationships between individuals’ views of what abortion is and their stances on abortion legality. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: G Carter, R Simmons, J Baayd, A Gero, DK Turok, J Sanders Source Type: research
Estimated increase in severe maternal morbidity due to a total abortion ban in the us
We aimed to estimate the increased incidence of severe maternal morbidity associated with a total US abortion ban. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: AJ Stevenson, K Coleman-Minahan Source Type: research
“i have insurance but i’m unsure if i’m covered”: evaluating 13 months of messages to a youth-focused, reproductive justice text line in missouri
Right By You (RBY) is a youth-focused, reproductive justice text line connecting Missourians to abortion care, birth care, adoption and parenting supports, contraception, and information about their rights. The volunteer-run service launched in April 2021 and is live six days a week. Texts sent to RBY are anonymous and texters can continue their conversations over several days. We aimed to evaluate the impact of RBY and identify what texters needed help with the most. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: KJ LaRoche, E Garzella, S Kraft Sheley Source Type: research
“i’m not someone who would ever have an abortion”: managing abortion stigma after diagnosis of a severely morbid or lethal fetal condition
We sought to understand patients ’ experiences of and responses to abortion stigma when terminating a pregnancy with a life-limiting fetal diagnosis. (Source: Contraception)
Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: SL Combellick, MJ Chen, MD Creinin, EB Schwarz, N Mastey Source Type: research
