Geneticist faces delays in miscarriage care due to Georgia's restrictive abortion laws.

Geneticist Avery Davis Bell faced delays in receiving care for her miscarriage in Georgia due to the state's restrictive abortion laws. After being hospitalized for repeated bleeding, Bell had to wait for treatment under Georgia's six-week abortion ban, which requires a 24-hour waiting period before an abortion can be performed, except in emergencies. Her case highlights the increased risks and complications faced by pregnant women in states with such laws, where the maternal mortality rate has risen faster than in states without restrictions.

November 11, 2024
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