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To Induce or Not To Induce - Is That The Question?

By Amie Newman, Managing Editor

September 30, 2009 - 6:28pm

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A new study finds that induction of labor is on the rise in the United States but that evidence does not support the many reasons providers give for using various methods. What should pregnant and laboring women believe?

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Leavitt Misrepresents to Justify Proposed Regulation

By Rachel Walden, Our Bodies, Ourselves; Women's Health News

August 26, 2008 - 7:00am

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The American Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has clearly stated that certification is not at issue if a provider refuses to perform or refer for abortion. But HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt continues to cite this certification as justification for his new regulations.

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