Although the number of abortions in states with bans has dropped to near zero, overall abortion rates across the country have increased in the aftermath of the Dobbs ruling. This indicates that while access is constrained in certain areas, demand remains strong, leading women to seek alternative options like traveling to states where abortions are legal or utilizing telehealth services to obtain medication abortions, which accounted for 63% of all abortions performed in the U.S. in 2023.
There is a clear trend showing that access to abortion has shifted rather than diminished following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Women, especially those from marginalized communities, encounter significant barriers in states with restrictions; nevertheless, the rise in medication abortions and interstate travel indicates resilience and adaptability among those seeking necessary healthcare services. Organizations have arisen to support this travel, highlighting an underground network assisting women in accessing legal abortions.
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