Is Abortion Legal in KY?
If you’re pregnant, you may wonder whether abortion is a legal option in Kentucky. The overturning of Roe v. Wade meant that each state could enforce its abortion laws. Researching your state’s restrictions is crucial.
In Kentucky, abortion is illegal. This means you cannot have a medical or surgical abortion in the state or purchase abortion medications online from another state and conduct the procedure here. However, women can travel elsewhere for an abortion procedure.
Out-of-State Abortions
Though an out-of-state abortion may seem like an option, there are several things you should consider.
Your insurance plan may not cover abortion costs, meaning you could pay hundreds of dollars out of pocket for the procedure. This does not include additional expenses related to lodging, meals, transportation, and follow-up appointments. And if you’ve had a surgical abortion procedure, you’ll likely need to remain in the state for monitoring in the event of emergency treatment.
Online Abortion
Purchasing abortion medication is risky and unsafe, especially if you obtain it from overseas pharmacies. These sources may be unregulated, and you could receive the wrong medication or dosage. Moreover, receiving these medications without medical oversight means you could experience severe side effects or risks.
It’s dangerous to take abortion medications if you don’t know how far along you are, have an IUD, are on certain medications, or have specific health conditions. It isn’t a risk worth taking; you owe it to yourself to stay safe.
Regardless of your pregnancy decision, you should confirm your pregnancy with lab-quality pregnancy testing and receive an obstetric ultrasound to determine viability, gestational age, and location. You need these details to safeguard your health as you consider your options.
Although we do not perform or refer for abortion, New Hope Center offers free, confidential pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds to give you the necessary information.
Contact us today to learn more about your pregnancy options.
