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Iowa Abortion Access Changes | Des Moines News
Starting July 1, Iowa’s new abortion laws force patients to get pills in person — ending telehealth access — after a six-week ban took effect two years ago. A Guttmacher report shows over 2,400 Iowans traveled out of state in 2025 for abortions, up nearly 1,000 from the prior year. Before the rules, two-thirds of abortions were obtained via telehealth from out-of-state providers. Supporters claim the change boosts safety, while critics say it worsens access for vulnerable patients. Planned Parenthood confirms confusion and rising cross-state travel to Nebraska and Minnesota, underscoring how…
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