đź“° New Report: U.S. Abortions at Lowest Level Since 1974
According to a recent analysis by the Guttmacher Institute, the total number of annual abortions in the United States fell below one million for the first time since 1974. In 2014, there were approximately 926,200 abortions, marking the lowest annual figure since the Supreme Court’s decision in Roe v. Wade nearly half a century ago Guttmacher Institute+5SELF+5AP News+5.
Researchers attribute this decline to improved access to long-acting contraceptives, stronger family-planning programs, and evolving laws—some of which have limited abortion access. Despite this historic low, medication abortion through pills continues to rise and now represents a substantial portion of all procedures SELF.
🔍 What’s Behind the Decline and Ongoing Changes?
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Contraceptive Use: The widespread adoption of effective birth control methods has reduced unintended pregnancies.
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Legal Frameworks: A mix of state-level restrictions and clinic closures in some regions has influenced national statistics SELF.
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Shifting Methods: Medication abortion (via pills) is more common, offering a discreet and accessible option for many individuals The Guardian+4SELF+4KFF+4.
At Patliputra Multi Plus Hospital, we believe informed public discussion is essential. While these figures reflect broad trends, every individual’s healthcare journey is unique—and ensuring safe, respectful, and legal support remains our priority.
