WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The National Association of Pro-Life Nurses (NAPN), a member organization of the Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine, decries the Supreme Court's recent decision as a failure to protect women's health and safety. “This ruling is a devastating blow to women's health, ignoring the mounting evidence of the significant risks associated with these drugs,” said Dorothy Kane, President of NAPN.

Chemical abortions, often marketed as a safe and convenient option, carry substantial risks, including severe bleeding, infection, and incomplete abortion, which can lead to life-threatening complications. “Nurses are front-line witnesses to the devastating impact of these drugs,” said Kane. “The elimination of in-person doctor visits endangers women, particularly those at risk for ectopic pregnancies.”

Kane emphasized, “Chemical abortions, involving drugs like mifepristone and misoprostol, are not without risk. These risks include severe bleeding, infection, incomplete abortion requiring surgery, and even death. The lack of adequate medical supervision and follow-up care further exacerbates these dangers, particularly for vulnerable women in underserved communities.”

The rise in chemical abortions also raises concerns about the diagnosis and treatment of ectopic pregnancies, a potentially life-threatening condition. With up to 1 in 50 pregnancies being ectopic, potentially over 12,000 cases annually, the lack of proper medical oversight with chemical abortions could delay diagnosis and treatment, endangering women's lives.

NAPN believes that every woman deserves compassionate, comprehensive, and ongoing in-person care throughout her pregnancy and beyond, especially when taking high-risk drugs. “The Supreme Court's ruling disregards the importance of this continuous care and prioritizes political agendas over patient safety,” said Kane.

“We are deeply concerned about the impact this decision will have on women's health and the integrity of the healthcare profession,” said Kane. “We urge lawmakers to prioritize the safety and well-being of women over political expediency, while working towards a higher standard of patient care that includes robust informed consent and ongoing medical supervision for all women considering abortion.”

Felipe Avila
National Association of Pro-Life Nurses
media@nursesforlife.org
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