Supreme Court Upholds Access to Abortion Pill Mifepristone Via Telehealth
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday to maintain access to the abortion pill mifepristone via telehealth and mail. The decision rejects a challenge to the Food and Drug Administration's regulations on the drug. The ruling means that patients can continue to receive mifepristone prescriptions remotely and through the mail.
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The Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Thursday that the abortion pill mifepristone will remain available for prescription via online or phone consultation and can be sent through the mail.
The court's decision rejected a challenge to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) regulations governing the distribution of mifepristone. The challenge questioned the overall FDA authorization of the abortion pill.
The ruling ensures that current practices for accessing mifepristone will continue, allowing individuals to receive prescriptions remotely and obtain the medication through the mail.
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