Posted 3/1/2024, 6:13:46 PM
Walgreens, CVS to Begin Selling Abortion Pill in Some States, Expanding Access Amid Legal Uncertainty
- Walgreens and CVS to begin selling abortion pill mifepristone in some states where legally allowed, starting as soon as next week
- Walgreens has completed FDA certification process; CVS working with manufacturers and suppliers to secure medication
- Move promises to expand availability of mifepristone, used in over half of abortions in U.S.
- Walgreens faced pressure from both sides of abortion debate on decision to sell mifepristone
- Supreme Court to hear case on appellate court ruling that could make it harder to access mifepristone; Biden administration wants ruling overturned