Texas Abortion Law Spurs Healthcare Response

Following the Dobbs decision, the number of women attempting self-managed abortions has significantly increased, especially in states with stringent bans like Texas, leading to medical complications for many. In response to restrictive laws, New Mexico's Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham launched a $400,000 ad campaign to attract Texas medical professionals by highlighting the 'Freedom to Provide' abortion services in New Mexico. Amnesty International's report condemns these state-level bans, stating they violate human rights and make the U.S. an outlier among Global North countries. In Iowa, new abortion restrictions have exacerbated the state's shortage of OBGYNs, raising concerns about the impact on maternal healthcare.