Texas Medical Board Clarifies Abortion Rules

June 24, 2024

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(Axios) – Texas doctors don’t need to wait until a pregnant person is at risk of death to provide them an abortion, per new guidance from the Texas Medical Board. Why it matters: Texas law prohibits performing an abortion, offering exemptions when the life or health of the pregnant patient is at risk. Violators face felony charges, fines or revoked medical licenses. (Read More)