Study: Overturning Roe v. Wade boosts birth rates by 32k
OAN’s Abril Elfi
3:21 PM – Sunday, November 26, 2023
A study has shown that since the overturning of Roe V. Wade, states that now ban abortions have seen an increase of 32,000 births.
The Institute of Labor Economics conducted a study that revealed a significant rise in birth rates since the overturning of Roe V. Wade.
“Our primary analysis indicates that in the first six months of 2023, births rose by an average of 2.3 percent in states enforcing total abortion bans compared to a control group of states where abortion rights remained protected, amounting to approximately 32,000 additional annual births resulting from abortion bans,” the study stated.
Based on preliminary birth data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the three researchers who conducted the study claimed that this change represents the “most profound transformation of the landscape of U.S. abortion access in 50 years.”
Alison Gemmil, an assistant professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, expressed concern over these new numbers, stating that they indicate “an assault on reproductive autonomy.”
“We don’t always detect signals in these population aggregates because there’s a lot of variation when you group everybody together,” she said. “The fact that there is a signal at the population level means that something’s really going on. It’s pretty strong evidence, because fertility rates, or the number of births per woman of reproductive age, don’t typically change dramatically.”
However, one of the authors of the study argued that evidence suggests “diminished abortion access poses a risk to the health and financial stability of this vulnerable population.”
“In 2020, approximately 1 in 5 pregnancies ended in abortion,” the study said. “At the time they seek abortions, 75% of patients are low-income, 59% have previously given birth, and 55% report a recent disruptive life event such as falling behind on the rent or losing a job.”
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How does the recent study on the consequences of total abortion bans highlight the impact on birth rates in certain states?
In the wake of the controversial Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe V. Wade, a recent study has highlighted the consequences of total abortion bans implemented by certain states. The study, conducted by the Institute of Labor Economics, revealed a significant increase in birth rates in these states, with approximately 32,000 additional births recorded since the ban came into effect.
The researchers analyzed birth data from the first six months of 2023 and compared states that enforced total abortion bans with a control group where abortion rights remained protected. The study found that births rose by an average of 2.3 percent in states with bans, representing a profound transformation in the landscape of abortion access.
The authors of the study emphasized the significance of these findings, stating that it is highly unusual for fertility rates to change dramatically at a population level. They argued that the rise in births suggests that diminished access to abortion poses a risk to the health and financial stability of a vulnerable population.
Alison Gemmil, an assistant professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, expressed concern over these new numbers, stating that they indicate an assault on reproductive autonomy. Gemmil highlighted the fact that the majority of patients seeking abortion are low-income individuals, with 75% falling into this category. Additionally, 59% have previously given birth, and 55% reported experiencing recent disruptive life events such as financial difficulties or job loss.
The study’s findings shed light on the potential consequences of restricting abortion access and the impact on women’s reproductive choices and overall well-being. It underlines the importance of maintaining access to safe and legal abortion services, especially for marginalized populations who may face additional barriers to healthcare.
In the ongoing debate surrounding abortion rights and restrictions, it is crucial to consider the implications of these policies on public health and individual autonomy. The study’s results offer a cautionary tale against imposing restrictive measures that can have far-reaching effects on women and their families.
As discussions and legal battles continue, policymakers and stakeholders must carefully weigh the potential consequences of such decisions and prioritize the well-being and agency of women in their reproductive choices. The study’s findings provide valuable insight into the impact of total abortion bans and call for a thoughtful and evidence-based approach to policymaking in this important area.
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