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Let’s look at what abortion by mail means and the potential risks involved
We can all agree there are times when our only option is a risky one. For instance, if I was being chased by someone with a knife, then I’d probably risk knocking on a stranger’s door for help. Or if I was stranded on a deserted island and a stranger offered to help me home, I’d probably risk accepting help from a stranger.
Because these risks would be worth it.
Because the alternatives would be riskier.
But then again, there are times when the risk isn’t worth it; when it’s not even necessary.
Abortion by mail fits into this last category.
The FDA requirements for medical abortions (by pill) require that a woman see a provider in-person to receive the medications. This requirement has been removed temporarily during the COVID pandemic.
While the restriction has been removed, the need it met has not been removed. There are good reasons – for our health as women – that a visit to the provider is required by the FDA. You see, good medical care often requires care that can only be provided in person.
Like an ultrasound. You may be able to get an abortion by mail, but you can’t get a free ultrasound delivered to your mailbox. For years, an ultrasound was required standard of care prior to receiving an abortion in Virginia. Why? Because it gave a woman the information she needed. Because it protected her health.
An ultrasound shows if a pregnancy is ectopic. An ultrasound reveals if there is even a viable pregnancy. We’re smart women – these details are important.
Maybe not to the abortion provider. To the abortion provider these details – an ectopic or nonviable pregnancy – mean their services will not be purchased.
But to a woman’s health, well, this information is vital.
And ultrasounds – here in Hampton Roads – are available. And free. Right here at Alcove Health Women’s Clinic in Newport News. No gimmicks. Just safe care because we care about the women in our community.
Risky procedures don’t make sense when we have better options that are free.
There are times I’ll take some risks.
But not with my health. Not when I don’t have to. Not when the safe answer is also the free answer.
Say no to risky procedures; say yes to safe medical care. Call Alcove Health Women’s Clinic today. Schedule your free – and safe – medical appointment today.
By Sherri, Client Relations Manager
April 17, 2021
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