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Birth Control Trends Linked to Abortion Rates

Updated 2026-08-09 14:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

The number of abortions in the United States has increased, leading researchers to question if a decline in birth control pill usage is a contributing factor.

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Can birth control trends explain the rise in abortions? It's complicated

The number of abortions is up in the United States. Is it because fewer people are using birth control pills?

2026-08-09 12:12 UTC