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The Abortion Pill – Know the Facts

Mifepristone. The abortion pill. It seems as if every news channel and media outlet is talking about this medication these days. And for now, the U.S. Supreme Court has decided this medication will remain accessible to Americans. 

So what is all the fuss about? Let’s break it down.

How Does the Abortion Pill Work?

Mifepristone is a pill that was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2000 to end pregnancies at 7 weeks gestation or less when used in combination with a separate medication known as misoprostol. Mifepristone works to block the hormone receptors in the uterus that sustain a...

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