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Women in Abortion Ban States Face Higher Insurance Costs
Original: Research suggests women living in states with abortion bans bear higher health insurance costs
New research indicates that women living in US states with abortion bans are paying more for health insurance. The findings suggest that state-level abortion restrictions translate into higher out-of-pocket costs for women, adding a financial dimension to the ongoing debate over post-Roe abortion policy. Coverage from regional and national outlets is highlighting the economic burden on women in ban states, with implications for health policy discussions.
Why now: Ongoing national debate over state abortion bans and their broader health and economic effects on women
Evidence
- Research suggests women living in states with abortion bans bear higher health insurance costs · 90.5 WESA
- Research suggests women living in states with abortion bans bear higher health insurance costs · Stateline
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