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Despite state bans and restrictions, the number of abortions in the U.S. holds steady

NPR | By Selena Simmons-Duffin
Published March 24, 2026 at 3:11 PM CDT

A new report shows the number of abortions has held steady in recent years despite efforts to limit access.

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