The Negative Impacts on Women from Lack of Reproductive Health Care

The recent repeal of Biden-era executive orders on reproductive health care by President Trump has had severe and fatal consequences for women. The lack of access to safe abortions and other reproductive health services has resulted in increased health risks and preventable deaths.

In states with abortion bans, there have been numerous reports of pregnant women facing life-threatening situations without access to timely and safe abortion services. For instance, some pregnant women have bled to death or succumbed to fatal infections because they could not receive the necessary medical care. These tragic outcomes underscore the critical importance of access to reproductive health services.

Research from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health indicates that abortion bans have led to significant increases in both live births and infant mortality rates. Specifically, an estimated 22,180 more live births and 478 more infant deaths occurred in states that banned abortion, including Texas. These figures highlight the profound impact of restrictive abortion policies on maternal and infant health.

Moreover, anti-abortion measures have caused preventable deaths and irreparable pain and suffering for women and their families. These deaths are directly linked to the lack of access to safe and legal abortion services. For example, a report from Ms. Magazine details how antiabortion lawmakers and judges in certain states are failing women and their families, resulting in preventable deaths and significant emotional and physical distress.

The rising mortality rates among women in states with abortion bans further illustrate the severe impact of these policies. After the implementation of abortion bans or restrictions, the mortality rate among women rose nearly 11%, almost twice the average. This alarming increase in mortality rates underscores the urgent need for accessible reproductive health services.

The global repercussions of these policy shifts are also concerning. The European Policy Centre warns that these changes threaten to reverse years of progress in reducing maternal mortality globally, increasing the prevalence of unsafe abortions and putting more women at risk of death and serious health complications. The lack of access to safe and legal abortion services not only affects women in the United States but also has far-reaching implications for women’s health worldwide.

Conservative Perspective

From a conservative perspective, the repeal of Biden-era executive orders on reproductive health care is seen as a necessary correction to what they perceive as overreach by the previous administration. Supporters of the repeal argue that the primary goal is to protect the lives of unborn children, which they believe begins at conception. They argue that every life is valuable and that abortion is morally wrong.

Additionally, proponents of the repeal emphasize the importance of promoting traditional family values and the role of motherhood. They believe that alternatives to abortion, such as adoption, should be encouraged and supported. By fostering a culture that values life and family, they argue that society can better support women and children. Sadly they don’t seem to adopt or support children or education after they are born.

Supporters also maintain that states should have the autonomy to regulate abortion and reproductive health care according to the values and beliefs of their residents. They see federal intervention as an infringement on states’ rights and believe that local governments are better positioned to make decisions that reflect the will of their constituents.

Furthermore, by restricting federal funding for abortion and related services, supporters believe it reduces unnecessary government spending and allocates resources to other essential areas. They argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund procedures that many Americans morally oppose.

Conclusion

The repeal of Biden-era executive orders on reproductive health care by President Trump has had dire consequences for women. The lack of access to safe abortion services and reproductive health care has led to increased health risks, higher maternal and infant mortality rates, and preventable deaths. These policies disproportionately affect low-income women and those in marginalized communities, exacerbating existing health inequities and causing profound harm to women’s health and well-being.

However, from a right-wing perspective, these measures are seen as necessary to protect unborn lives, promote traditional family values, uphold state rights, and reduce government spending. The debate over reproductive health care continues to be a deeply divisive issue, reflecting broader ideological and moral differences in society.

At DFFL, we strongly support women’s rights, including the right to choose. Access to safe reproductive healthcare is vitally important for the well-being and autonomy of women. Ensuring that women have the ability to make informed decisions about their own bodies and health is essential for achieving true gender equality and justice.

Sources:

• Source: ProPublica URL: Link Published: Dec 18, 2024 Author: ProPublica Staff Last Updated: Dec 18, 2024 Category: News Bias Rating: Center International Perspective: No
• Source: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health URL: Link Published: Feb 13, 2025 Author: JHSPH Staff Last Updated: Feb 13, 2025 Category: Primary Bias Rating: Center-Left International Perspective: No
• Source: Ms. Magazine URL: Link Published: Nov 4, 2024 Author: Ms. Magazine Staff Last Updated: Nov 4, 2024 Category: News Bias Rating: Left International Perspective: No
• Source: CNN URL: Link Published: Feb 13, 2025 Author: CNN Health Team Last Updated: Feb 13, 2025 Category: News Bias Rating: Left International Perspective: No
• Source: EPC – European Policy Centre URL: Link Published: Apr 7, 2025 Author: EPC Staff Last Updated: Apr 7, 2025 Category: Analysis Bias Rating: Center International Perspective: Yes
• Source: PBS URL: Link Published: Aug 20, 2024 Author: PBS Staff Last Updated: Aug 20, 2024 Category: News Bias Rating: Center-Left International Perspective: No
• Source: Forbes URL: Link Published: Mar 17, 2025 Author: Alison Durkee Last Updated: Mar 17, 2025 Category: Analysis Bias Rating: Center-Right International Perspective: No
• Source: The New York Times URL: Link Published: Oct 22, 2024 Author: NYT Staff Last Updated: Oct 22, 2024 Category: Analysis Bias Rating: Left International Perspective: No
• Source: Population Matters URL: Link Published: Jan 20, 2025 Author: Population Matters Staff Last Updated: Jan 20, 2025 Category: News Bias Rating: Center-Left International Perspective: No