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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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Side Effects: Complications at The New York Times from DIY Abortions

By Debbie Nathan, RH Reality Check

January 13, 2009 - 8:00am

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Researchers say a recent New York Times piece on off-label misoprostol use misses the point, implying that New York City Latinas are seriously endangering their health while ignoring safe use in countries where abortion is illegal.

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Roundup: Latina Women Use Drugs and Home Remedies to Induce Abortion; Indian Call Center Fields Questions on Contraception

By Emily Douglas

January 5, 2009 - 2:20pm

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Drugs and "home remedies" are commonly used by Latina women seeking to induce abortion; Obama staff meet with faith groups; jobs in Nigeria require HIV-negative test result; Indian call center fields questions on contraception.

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