title: Emergency contraception: the politics of post-coital contraception.
abstract: The literature and events related to the politicization of emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) in the United States is reviewed. The basis of opposition to the regimen, rooted in the mode of action of ECPs, the confusion with mifepristone, and the challenges this presents for ECP advocates is also discussed. Legislative actions that impact availability of ECPs are described, as well as efforts to increase access and availability through innovate programs, legislation, and changes in medical practice. Recommendations for future research, service delivery, and public policy are also presented.
authors.affiliation: Oregon Research Institute, Eugene, OR 97403, USA. christys@ori.org
authors.forename: Christy A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Sherman
mesh_terms: D000019:Abortifacient Agents; D003281:Contraceptives, Postcoital / Q000600:supply & distribution*; D005260:Female; D033161:Government Regulation; D006297:Health Services Accessibility; D006801:Humans; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs / Q000600:supply & distribution; D011057:Politics; D011640:Public Policy; D013219:State Government; D014481:United States
chemical_list: D000019:Abortifacient Agents; D003281:Contraceptives, Postcoital; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs