July 2025 Repro in the News
Our lives are busy, and staying up to date on the latest news—especially in reproductive and sexual health—can overwhelm the best of us. That’s why, each month, we curate the top five media stories you need to know about, making it easier to stay informed and empowered around all things related to reproductive well-being.
Abortion Surges in 2024 as Telehealth Expands, Especially in States with Bans and Restrictions (Ms. Magazine)
A recent Ms. Magazine article reports the number of abortions rose significantly in 2024, largely due to expanded access to telehealth and mailed medication abortion, especially in states with bans and/or restrictions. Even in hostile states, people are accessing abortion under shield laws from supportive states to get care. These findings highlight the ongoing demand for abortion and the critical role of telehealth in safeguarding reproductive freedom.
Trump Administration Eliminates CDC Staff Who Made Sure Birth Control Is Safe for Women at Risk (Rewire News Group)
This article sheds light on how the Trump administration has quietly eliminated a key team at the CDC responsible for overseeing the safety of contraceptive use among people with health risks, such as those with high blood pressure or diabetes. Experts warn that removing this scientific oversight could leave millions vulnerable to misinformation, dangerous medical outcomes, and limited contraceptive options—especially those from marginalized communities who already face barriers to reproductive health care.
What the Passage of the Recent Megabill Means for Women’s Healthcare (Flow Space)
Flow Space spoke with CEO Dr. Raegan McDonald-Mosley to break down a massive new federal budget bill proposal that would carry major implications for women's health. While the bill includes support for some preventative health services, critics point to significant losses, such as reduced Title X funding and vague language that could further restrict abortion funding. Advocates emphasize the need for more transparency and accountability in how these sweeping bills are crafted, especially when those policies have long-lasting impacts on access to reproductive and sexual health care.
121 million live in states restricting contraceptive access (Axios)
According to recent data, over 121 million Americans now live in states where lawmakers have introduced or passed measures that restrict access to birth control. These attacks include attempts to defund contraceptive programs, limit what’s taught in sex education, and even incorrectly redefine emergency contraception as abortion. The report warns that the growing push to restrict contraceptive access could worsen health inequities and undermine decades of progress in reproductive autonomy.
Trump Prepares to Revoke Lifesaving Abortion Care for Veterans (The Intercept)
The Intercept reports that the Trump administration is preparing to rescind the Veterans Affairs (VA) policy that previously allowed veterans to access abortion care in cases of rape, incest, or life endangerment. Veterans’ health advocates and reproductive rights groups are raising alarms, noting that many VA patients rely solely on this system for care. Rolling back this policy would be especially harmful to low-income and rural veterans, cutting them off from essential—and sometimes lifesaving—medical services.
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