Abortion Pill Providers Forced To Cancel Shipments To Patients

The video discusses the impact of a Supreme Court order that halted shipments of the abortion pill, mifepristone, due to legal and state restrictions. It explains the medication abortion process, FDA's past restrictions, and how the pandemic temporarily changed access by allowing mail delivery. Despite a federal judge's temporary block on FDA restrictions, state laws still limit access, requiring in-person visits in some states. Providers face challenges due to these restrictions, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and are advocating for continued mail delivery to reduce virus exposure.

What is the significance of the temporary block issued by a federal judge regarding the FDA?

What are the concerns of providers regarding exposure to COVID-19 while administering medication abortion?