Spike in Birth Control and Abortion Pill Demand Post-Trump Re-election
Concerns about potential restrictions drive surge in contraceptive and abortion pill requests following Trump's election victory.
- Doctors report a significant increase in requests for long-term birth control and sterilization procedures since the election results.
- Sales of emergency contraception and abortion pills have surged dramatically, with some companies seeing increases of up to 966%.
- Many women are opting for IUD replacements and sterilizations, fearing potential future restrictions on contraceptive access.
- Confusion between emergency contraception and abortion pills may contribute to the stockpiling trend.
- The current administration's stance on contraception regulations remains unclear, contributing to public anxiety.