Washington touted as safe haven abortion state, but can it take on an influx of patients?

“With nearly 50 percent of hospital beds in Washington under policies that deny access … under-regulated hospital mergers prevent an unacceptable barrier to care. [After Friday’s ruling] Washington state has become even more important for abortion access in the U.S. We expect upwards of a 400 percent increase in patients seeking care from out of state now that Roe is overturned.” — Kia Guarino, Executive Director, Pro Choice Washington

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