What kind of medical care is available in emergencies?

On July 11, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued clarifying guidance on the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA). This reaffirmed that it protects providers when offering legally-mandated, life- or health-saving abortion services in emergency situations.

Emergency medical conditions involving pregnant patients may include, but are not limited to, ectopic pregnancy, complications of pregnancy loss, or emergent hypertensive disorders, such as preeclampsia with severe features.

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1. What are the recent changes to abortion access?
2. Are there any changes in accessing birth control, Plan B or IVF?
3. Is there a plan to take away Plan B?
4. Can pharmacies refuse to give me a medication?
5. What kind of medical care is available in emergencies?
6. Will I be arrested if I go to another state for an abortion?
7. Local Policy
8. Resources