A practicing OBGYN argues that there is no such thing as a “medically necessary abortion.” This article explores what he means, how life-threatening pregnancy complications are treated, and whether abortion bans prevent doctors from providing life-saving care.

Some women do not realize they are pregnant until well into pregnancy, while others face financial, geographic, or personal barriers that delay an abortion. This post examines the factors associated with second-trimester abortions and asks how pro-life efforts can reduce both later abortions and abortions overall.