Article Summary –
The federal website reproductiverights.gov, which provided crucial reproductive health care information, was taken offline shortly after President Trump’s inauguration, although state and national sites continue to offer resources on services like abortions, prenatal care, and cancer screenings. Despite the removal of the federal site, organizations such as Power to Decide, Bedsider, and AbortionFinder provide valuable online resources, including clinic locators and information on birth control and abortion services. The Brigid Alliance and AidAccess, along with other organizations, offer logistical, financial, and private assistance for obtaining abortion medication and services, addressing the significant information gap revealed by a survey indicating many women are unsure of where to access abortion services.
The federal website reproductiverights.gov, offering crucial reproductive health information, went offline shortly after President Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, as initially reported by CBS News.
Although the federal site is down, several state and national sites still provide essential reproductive care information, such as prenatal care, contraceptives, and cancer screenings.
Launched in 2022 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the federal site detailed abortion medication efficacy, state abortion restrictions, and birth control coverage policies under various insurance plans.
The site also listed clinics offering cancer screenings, prenatal care, and STI tests, with sections on abortion and contraceptive rights.
The Pennsylvania Independent sought comment from HHS regarding the site’s removal timeline but received no reply.
A 2023 survey by Power to Decide revealed that 73% of women aged 15-29 were uncertain about where to access abortion services, and 41% were unsure how to find clinics or providers.
Pennsylvania
Check Pennsylvania’s website for links to the Department of Human Services’ SelectPlan for Women, covering family planning services, STI screenings, and more.
The site also offers details on Pennsylvania abortion laws, types, financial aid for travel, and a tool to locate nearby abortion clinics.
Online Resources
Power to Decide operates Bedsider and AbortionFinder, providing current sexual and reproductive health care resources.
- Bedsider, established in 2011, shares accurate birth control info, clinic locators, and expert advice. It has recorded 86.2 million visits by December 2024.
- AbortionFinder, launched in 2020, maintains a verified abortion provider directory. Since the reversal of Roe v. Wade in 2022, it has seen 9.9 million out of 11.7 million total visits.
Plan C provides information on accessing self-administered abortion medication.
The Brigid Alliance supports patients over 15 weeks pregnant needing out-of-state abortion travel assistance.
AidAccess, founded by Dr. Rebecca Gomperts in 2018, offers private consultations and sends abortion pills within 1 to 5 days across the U.S.
I Need An A provides a confidential search for abortion options, state laws, costs, and shares abortion stories.
The National Network of Abortion Funds comprises about 100 independent funds offering financial and logistical assistance for out-of-state travel, including lodging, transportation, and childcare.
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