abortion access
Coverage of abortion access in the Nexus archive.
- Medicaid again to cover non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood as GOP ban ends
Medicaid coverage for non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood clinics resumes after a GOP-imposed ban expires on July 4. The one-year prohibition led to the closure of nearly 30 clinics, with advocates citing denied access to services like cancer screenings. Republicans aim to reinstate the ban permanently, while states now decide Medicaid coverage for remaining clinics.
- Trump administration puts religious freedom at heart of US health policy
The Trump administration is prioritizing religious freedom in health policies, which critics argue may impact LGBTQ+ healthcare, abortion access, and vaccine policy. A professor notes this approach could favor conservative Christianity and enable discrimination against LGBTQ individuals.
- Nine in 10 UK voters across parties support right to abortion, poll finds
A YouGov poll commissioned by MSI Reproductive Choices reveals 90% of UK voters across political parties support the right to abortion, though many, especially young people, fear potential reductions in access. The survey highlights cross-party consensus on reproductive rights but underscores concerns about future availability.