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Abortion Reporting: Utah (2024)

Utah’s 2024 abortion data was published on the state’s new Abortion Dashboard. The state also provided drug-induced abortion data upon request. The data reveals that reported abortions increased from 2023 to 2024. However, Utah’s new Abortion Dashboard excluded several categories of data previously provided to CLI upon request and/or included in the state’s published abortion […] The post Abortion Reporting: Utah (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Reporting: Vermont (2024)

Vermont’s 2024 abortion statistics were published online as part of the state’s full vital statistics report in April 2026. The report is available on the Vermont Department of Health website and shows that Vermont abortions decreased in 2024. The data published by the state does not include the total number of abortions obtained by Vermont […] The post Abortion Reporting: Vermont (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Reporting: Massachusetts (2024)

Massachusetts’ 2024 abortion statistics were published in December 2025 by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH). Reported abortions in Massachusetts more than doubled from 2023 to 2024. This data does not include the total number of abortions obtained by Massachusetts residents out of state or the number of self-managed abortions performed on women outside […] The post Abortion Reporting: Massachusetts (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Reporting: Montana (2024)

Montana’s 2024 vital statistics report, which contains the state’s abortion data, was published by the Montana Department of Public Health Services (MDPH) in March 2026. The report shows that reported Montana abortions decreased from 2023 to 2024. The data published by the state does not include the total number of abortions obtained by Montana residents […] The post Abortion Reporting: Montana (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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When America's top abortionist switched sides

Van Maren recounts Bernard Nathanson's transition from abortion provider to pro-life advocate. The essay emphasizes the role Nathanson attributed to ultrasound footage and the film The Silent Scream in changing his perspective.

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Abortion Drugs Now Arrive As Fast As An Amazon Package

Abortion pills can be obtained “as quickly as an Amazon transaction” thanks to a massive network of foreign and domestic pill sellers that routinely flout federal law. A new study from the Charlotte Lozier Institute, first shared with The Daily Wire, found the distribution of abortion pills largely “uncontrolled” and available across the country despite […] The post Abortion Drugs Now Arrive As Fast As An Amazon Package appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Who are the Nameless “Some Were Pregnant”

By Wendy J. Smith | Member executive team AAPLOG CO On June 23, 2025 – An anti-trafficking operation in Florida, dubbed Operation Dragon Eye, rescued 60 minors from sex trafficking. Their ages ranged from 9-17 years old. Forty three were girls, while 17 were boys. Surprising to me was that fact that 68% were from their local communities, 31% […] The post Who are the Nameless “Some Were Pregnant” first appeared on AAPLOG - American Association of Pro-life Obstetricians & Gynecologists .

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Tom Vail Florida for Life

Tom Vail Comprehensive Summary of Key Topics, Insights, and Conclusion/Decision Key Topics Florida for Life political committee’s efforts to end abortion in Florida Challenges in tracking and reporting abortion statistics, especially with the rise of mail-order abortion pills Personal stories and experiences of abortion survivors and former abortion doctors The mental and emotional toll on… The post Tom Vail Florida for Life first appeared on Prolife Radio .

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Pam Stenzel Advocating for the Sanctity of Life

Pam Stenzel discusses her personal history, opposition to abortion exceptions, and concerns about abortion pills in an interview with Bruce and Vicki Cherry. She calls for stronger legal protection and church and pregnancy-center involvement, while making medical and environmental claims that require independent review.

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Abortion Memorial – Dads’ Personal Confessions of Grief

Our culture pushes men out of the discussion of having babies. Once they’re born, that’s another thing, but don’t get men involved in whether a woman should have a baby or not. It’s her body, so it’s her choice — right? Pregnancy is something men are clueless about; they’ll catch up once the baby is born — if he or she is born. Actually, our culture has played a cruel card to dads when […] The post Abortion Memorial – Dads’ Personal Confessions of Grief appeared first on Human Coalition .

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Abortion Doulas on College Campuses: Why Real Support Matters

By Alasdaire FleitasVolunteer Contributor, Save the Storks Universities have long served to cultivate and influence young minds in hopes of a greater and brighter future. Yet, in some cases, conversations around abortion are being introduced without fully exploring the emotional, physical, and long-term realities many women face or the support available to them. According to […] The post Abortion Doulas on College Campuses: Why Real Support Matters appeared first on Save the Storks .

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Episode 55-Inside the Medical Debate Over Abortion Pills with Dr. Catherine Wheeler

Catherine Wheeler recounts leaving abortion practice and explains her current approach to medical ethics. She criticizes aspects of abortion-pill provision and argues for medicine that protects both pregnant patients and unborn children.

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Abortion Is a Luxury Europe Cannot Afford

On April 4, the governor of Russia’s Novgorod region made an extraordinary statement at an event on boosting birthrates. “We’ve had these small victories, but that’s not enough,” Gleb Nitkin said while discussing a 30% drop in the abortion rate. “The [demographic] situation in our country is critical, and allowing elective abortions is too big a luxury. [...] The post Abortion Is a Luxury Europe Cannot Afford first appeared on The Bridgehead .

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From abortion to advocacy: Save the Storks shows how one woman’s healing journey shapes frontline care

For Immediate Release: April 13, 2026 CONTACT: Hamilton Strategies, Media@HamiltonStrategies.com, Beth Bogucki, 610.584.1096 ext. 105, or Linda Klosterman, LKlosterman@hamiltonstrategies.com ‘I love mobile ministry because you can meet a woman at the crossroads of her decision. It’s about giving her space to see clearly and move forward with confidence,’ says Mobile Medical Clinic Manager, Pam Daugherty PLANO, Texas — Save the Storks marks Abortion Recovery Awareness Month this […] The post From abortion to advocacy: Save the Storks shows how one woman’s healing journey shapes frontline care a

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Abortions Up, Screenings Down: Planned Parenthood’s Latest Annual Report

The latest report shows an over 32k increase in abortions from the previous year Washington D.C.—According to Planned Parenthood’s 2024-25 annual report, they performed a record-breaking 434,450 abortions in 2023-2024. A new Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI) fact sheet calculates this is an 8% increase, over 32,000 abortions from the previous year and a 34% […] The post Abortions Up, Screenings Down: Planned Parenthood’s Latest Annual Report appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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The Women in the Headlines

The writer examines abortion-related stories centered on women and argues that news coverage can obscure the unborn child and the pressures surrounding abortion decisions. The piece calls for pro-life advocacy that recognizes both women’s circumstances and the humanity of their unborn children.

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Abortion Reporting: Iowa (2024)

Iowa’s 2024 vital statistics report, which includes the state’s abortion statistics, was published online by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) in March 2026. The report shows that total abortions, as well as drug-induced abortions, decreased from 2023 to 2024. The data doesn’t include the number of abortions obtained by Iowa residents out of […] The post Abortion Reporting: Iowa (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Recovery: Finding Hope in Christ

April is Abortion Recovery Awareness month. It is the time of year when I am reminded of the hard truths about abortion and the aftermath that comes from this evil act. Most men and women are often not prepared for what comes in the months and years after they make the choice to abort their baby. Post Abortion Syndrome is real. Symptoms may include suicidal thoughts, depression, guilt, shame, regret, drug and/or alcohol abuse, promiscuity, and much more. Source

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Abortion Reporting: Louisiana (2024)

In January 2026, Louisiana’s Department of Health (LA DOH) published a suppressed abortion total for both 2023 and 2024 for confidentiality reasons, meaning that fewer than five abortions occurred in the state for both years. While Louisiana uploaded components of each year’s reports for different data points, such as abortions by weeks of gestation and […] The post Abortion Reporting: Louisiana (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Reporting: New York (2023)

New York’s 2023 abortion statistics were published online by the New York Department of Health in January 2026, showing that abortions performed on New York residents increased 3% from 2022. In what follows, the information in the abortion report published by the state will be summarized. The data published by the state does not include […] The post Abortion Reporting: New York (2023) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Supporters Focus On Economics, Not Morality

In the past several weeks, researchers have published papers that claim to show dire economic consequences when states restrict abortion. Abortion supporters are hoping that pro-lifers can be swayed by focusing on economics and the financial consequences of prohibiting abortion. Pro-life stat... The post Abortion Supporters Focus On Economics, Not Morality appeared first on The Human Life Review .

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“A People of Life, for Life” — E&C Seminar

Word on Fire In this first day of their seminar, Sr. Maris Stella, Sr. Marie Veritas, and Sr. Mary Grace of the Sisters of Life explore how Catholic evangelists can fully embrace the Gospel of life, drawing from their combined 30+ years of experience walking with pregnant women and accompanying those healing after abortion. The Sisters share how […]

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How Abortion Affects Men: One Father’s Story of Loss, Addiction, and Healing

Abortion is often framed as a women’s issue—but what about the men whose children are lost to abortion? In this episode, Sean Corcoran, CEO of Men for Life, shares his deeply personal story of losing his child to abortion and the devastating impact it had on his life. After the abortion, Sean spiraled into addiction,… The post How Abortion Affects Men: One Father’s Story of Loss, Addiction, and Healing appeared first on Human Life International .

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Abortion Memorial – Grandparents

For grandparents, abortion affects them in unique ways: some experience deep grief and pain; others struggle with disbelief that the act was carried out; and still others participated, deciding that abortion was “best” for their child. The following is a sampling of posts where we these varied experiences and emotions shared in Human Coalition’s AbortionMemorial.com […] The post Abortion Memorial – Grandparents appeared first on Human Coalition .

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Appendix A: Healing after Abortion

[This interview is reprinted, with permission, from Verily Magazine’s Creativity Issue, Fall 2024.(verilymag.com)] _____________________________________________________________________________________ These days, it’s rare for a day to go by without the topic of abortion making U.S. headlines... The post Appendix A: Healing after Abortion appeared first on The Human Life Review .

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