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State Makes Morning-After Pill Widely Available
by Kathryn Herzog
NEW YORK,NY June 23, 2005 —The New York Legislature has passed a bill provide morning-after pills over the counter.
The measure allows women to obtain the medication without a physician's visit or prescription, without parental consent, and regardless of age. The medication could be provided by any pharmacist, nurse or midwife who gets a blanket prescription from a doctor.
The Senate gave final approval to the measure despite opposition in which some equated the medication to abortion. It now goes to Governor Pataki. A spokesman for the governor offered little insight into whether he will sign the bill, but that he is merely reviewing it.
The morning-after pill, also known by the brand name Plan B, prevents pregnancy by ensuring that an egg does not become fertilized. It greatly reduces the chance of pregnancy if taken within 72 hours of intercourse.
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