Young adults living in states likely to ban abortion obtained tubal sterilizations and vasectomies in months after ruling

Summary

A study by researchers from George Washington University, UNC-Chapel Hill, and the University of Michigan found a sharp rise in permanent contraception among young adults after Roe v. Wade was overturned.

Tubal sterilizations rose 70%, and vasectomies increased 95% in states likely to ban abortion, particularly among those aged 19-26.

Concerns about losing reproductive autonomy and access to abortion or birth control drove this surge.

The findings highlight heightened fears post-Roe and reproductive decision-making among young adults.

  • cokeslutgarbage@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 days ago

    I have an amazing obgyn and she tied my tubes, no questions asked, when I was 26, right after the first time Trump got elected.

    I’m glad you have someone like that! Good luck at your appointment xx