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What explains abortions going up despite stricter laws in many states?

NPR | By Selena Simmons-Duffin
Published August 9, 2026 at 7:12 AM CDT

The number of abortions is up in the U.S. Is it because fewer people are using birth control pills?

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Selena Simmons-Duffin
Selena Simmons-Duffin reports on health policy for NPR.
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