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EPISODE · Aug 21, 2026 · 40 MIN

How One Texas Doctor Navigates the State’s Abortion Restrictions

from Body & State · host Sarah Varney

In Texas, OB-GYNs have been on the front lines of navigating abortion restrictions long before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade four years ago. Sarah sat down with Houston physician, Dr. Anitra Beasley, to see how her ability to practice medicine has changed over the years and her concerns for the future. WATCH ON PBS NEWSHOUR: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/why-doctors-say-abortion-bans-are-worsening-medical-care-during-miscarriages   

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In Texas, OB-GYNs have been on the front lines of navigating abortion restrictions long before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade four years ago. Sarah sat down with Houston physician, Dr. Anitra Beasley, to see how her ability to practice medicine has changed over the years and her concerns for the future.

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