Young adults living in states likely to ban abortion obtained tubal sterilizations and vasectomies in months after ruling

Summary

A study by researchers from George Washington University, UNC-Chapel Hill, and the University of Michigan found a sharp rise in permanent contraception among young adults after Roe v. Wade was overturned.

Tubal sterilizations rose 70%, and vasectomies increased 95% in states likely to ban abortion, particularly among those aged 19-26.

Concerns about losing reproductive autonomy and access to abortion or birth control drove this surge.

The findings highlight heightened fears post-Roe and reproductive decision-making among young adults.

  • @VacationlandgirlEnglish
    2•2 days ago

    Good luck! It was such a relief when I finally found a doctor that would listen to me, as a single woman with no kids, about my plans for my body! <3