Local demand for abortion pills, birth control surges after Trump win

Illinois reproductive health care providers, such as Planned Parenthood and Carafem, have seen a spike in demand for abortion pills, long-acting birth control, emergency contraception, and sterilization procedures following Donald Trump’s re-election. Concerns about potential restrictions on access to reproductive health care, including mifepristone and changes to the Affordable Care Act, have led to increased calls and appointments. Nationwide, health care providers like Wisp have also experienced a surge in demand for reproductive health care services, with a significant increase in orders for abortion pills, emergency contraception, and birth control following the election.

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