Over-The-Counter Oral Contraceptive Pill: Implications For Women’s Health – And For Policy 14/12/2018 Varuna Srinivasan The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering approval of a first of its kind over-the-counter oral contraceptive pill, submitted by two organisations that are campaigning for its acceptance. But looming changes in policy, coverage and patient protection could provide barriers to its access and use. Continue reading -> Abortion In The Context Of The US Midterm Elections: Global Impact 02/11/2018 Varuna Srinivasan WASHINGTON, DC -- The United States is one of the biggest funders of reproductive health and family planning in multiple developing countries. It is also one of the biggest distributors of contraceptive services in the international market providing all but one: Abortion. The US congressional midterm elections taking place on 6 November could influence further proposed changes to these policies by the current US administration, potentially affecting the lives of millions of women worldwide, for better or worse. Continue reading -> This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy
Abortion In The Context Of The US Midterm Elections: Global Impact 02/11/2018 Varuna Srinivasan WASHINGTON, DC -- The United States is one of the biggest funders of reproductive health and family planning in multiple developing countries. It is also one of the biggest distributors of contraceptive services in the international market providing all but one: Abortion. The US congressional midterm elections taking place on 6 November could influence further proposed changes to these policies by the current US administration, potentially affecting the lives of millions of women worldwide, for better or worse. Continue reading ->