U.S. service members denied abortion care after miscarriage
- The number of reported in-person abortion facilities has decreased from 670 to 667 over the past year.
- In 2022, the CDC reported over 613,000 abortions in the US, showing a steady decline in abortion rates.
- The closing of many abortion clinics reflects broader legal and social shifts regarding abortion access and rights.
In the United States, a significant decline in the number of abortion facilities has been documented, with over 67% closing since 1990. According to Operation Rescue's 2024 annual survey, there are currently 667 active abortion clinics, a slight decrease from the previous year. This reduction in facilities correlates with a broader decline in reported abortion rates. The CDC indicates that in 2022, approximately 613,383 abortions were performed, a slight decrease from the previous year. Legal changes, including the Supreme Court's 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, have influenced state-level abortion laws and access, contributing to the current landscape of abortion services in the country. Pro-life advocates attribute the declining numbers to legislative progress in protecting unborn lives, while the legal environment has created a dichotomy, with some states enacting strict laws and others maintaining more permissive regulations. California leads in the number of abortion clinics, reflecting the state's support for abortion rights. Meanwhile, military regulations surrounding abortion services for service members and their dependents remain contentious, highlighting broader discussions about reproductive health care access across various demographics in the U.S.