FDA approves over the counter birth control pill

July 13th, 2023 at 6:27:14 AM permalink
rxwine
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This may have big implications for all those who believe even birth control is forbidden by some god or natural order.

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Opill, also known as the "mini-pill," contains one hormone, progestin, and is taken daily. It was first approved by the FDA as a prescription in 1973.

The FDA said it is approving the over-the-counter version for all users of reproductive age, including teenagers, a move that is expected to remove barriers to access and reduce the risk of unintended pregnancies.


Oh dear, teens won't have to consult mom or dad.
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July 13th, 2023 at 6:30:57 AM permalink
rxwine
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I'm actually interested to see which of the Republican candidates doesn't take issue with it. If I had to vote for one, this would definitely be an important consideration.
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July 13th, 2023 at 6:48:43 AM permalink
AZDuffman
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Quote: rxwine
This may have big implications for all those who believe even birth control is forbidden by some god or natural order.



Oh dear, teens won't have to consult mom or dad.


But if they want cigarettes they do to age 21!

And when they get student loans they can say they were too young to know what they were doing.......

This country makes no sense.
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July 13th, 2023 at 7:25:31 AM permalink
ams288
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How long until an unelected GOP judge in TX puts a hold on this until the Supreme Court can weigh in?
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July 13th, 2023 at 7:45:25 AM permalink
Gandler
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Quote: AZDuffman
But if they want cigarettes they do to age 21!

And when they get student loans they can say they were too young to know what they were doing.......

This country makes no sense.


Because smoking cigarettes and taking on debt are not medical procedures.

There is a big difference in a child having a medical procedure and using recreational drugs or taking on debt.

And, having an unintended child under 18 will ruin your health and finances more than any debt or smoking could.
July 13th, 2023 at 7:45:55 AM permalink
rxwine
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Quote: ams288
How long until an unelected GOP judge in TX puts a hold on this until the Supreme Court can weigh in?


I don't know, what time is it? Has it been over an hour yet?
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July 14th, 2023 at 2:44:44 AM permalink
AZDuffman
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Quote: Gandler


There is a big difference in a child having a medical procedure and using recreational drugs or taking on debt.


Which is why parents need to be involved before they have a medical procedure.
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