JOURNAL ARTICLE
The Supreme Court's defeat of Roe v. Wade is leading to an explosion of Plan B abortion pill vending machines on college campuses.
Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3
Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Komenda, Ed; Haigh, Susan 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses the increasing presence of emergency contraceptive vending machines on college campuses in the U.S., particularly following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. These machines, which offer items like ibuprofen, pregnancy tests, and the morning-after pill, aim to provide discreet and affordable access to emergency contraceptives, especially in states with restrictive abortion laws. Currently, 39 universities in 17 states have such machines, with more institutions considering their implementation. The article highlights legislative efforts in states like Washington and Connecticut to support and regulate these vending machines, emphasizing their role in reducing stigma and improving access to reproductive health options for students. [Extracted from the article]
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- Source:Fortune.com. 2023/07, pN.PAG
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:History
- Publication Date:2023
- Accession Number:164667337
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