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Surge In Birth Control Requests Post-Election

States have moved in different directions on abortion restrictions since the Supreme Court struck down a national right to abortion in 2022. (AP Digital Embed)

Since the recent election, there has been a notable increase in requests for long-term birth control and permanent sterilizations across the nation. Patients are expressing concerns about potential changes in reproductive rights under the new administration, prompting them to take proactive measures.

Doctors have reported a surge in inquiries for IUD replacements and tubal ligations, with some patients citing fears of restricted access to contraception and concerns about forced pregnancies. The spike in demand for emergency contraception and abortion pills has also been observed, with some companies experiencing significant increases in sales.

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