Supreme Court Date Set for Landmark Abortion Pill Case

The Supreme Court made a new announcement on Monday, revealing that oral arguments concerning the accessibility of the abortion pill mifepristone will take place on March 26.

Decision on Medication Access

Later this year, the justices will make a decision on how patients can obtain the medication, following a case brought by a conservative group challenging policies that have expanded its access. The FDA's recent policies have allowed mifepristone to be prescribed online, sent to patients by mail, and dispensed at physical pharmacies.

Impact on Healthcare

This case marks the Supreme Court's substantial return to the abortion issue since the 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. If the challenge succeeds, it could impact the healthcare of millions, particularly in states that support abortion rights, as the abortion pill is the most widely used method of terminating a pregnancy.