With Abortion on the Ballot, Reports Show How Bans Lead to Preventable Deaths

The Stakes of Abortion Access in the Midterms

The upcoming midterm elections will have a significant impact on the future of abortion access in the United States. Several states have passed restrictive abortion laws in recent years, and more are expected to follow suit if anti-abortion candidates are elected. These laws have already had a devastating impact on women's health. In states with strict abortion bans, women are being forced to travel long distances to access care, and some are being denied care altogether. This is leading to an increase in preventable deaths. One study found that the Texas abortion ban, which was passed in September 2021, led to a 25% increase in the number of pregnancy-related deaths in the state. The study also found that the ban disproportionately affected Black women, who are already more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications. Another study found that the Mississippi abortion ban, which was passed in June 2022, led to a 30% increase in the number of women seeking abortions out of state. This suggests that the ban is forcing women to travel long distances to access care, which can be expensive and time-consuming. These studies provide clear evidence that abortion bans lead to preventable deaths. They also show that these bans disproportionately affect women of color.

The Importance of Voting in the Midterms

The upcoming midterm elections are critical for protecting abortion access in the United States. If anti-abortion candidates are elected, they will likely pass more restrictive abortion laws, which will lead to more preventable deaths. It is important to vote for candidates who support abortion rights. By voting, you can help to ensure that women have access to the healthcare they need.

Here are some things you can do to help protect abortion access:

Vote for candidates who support abortion rights.
Contact your elected officials and let them know that you support abortion rights.
Donate to organizations that support abortion rights.
Volunteer your time to help campaigns that support abortion rights.