Two major pharmacy chains will begin dispensing the abortion pill mifepristone within the month in some states -- potentially making it easier for some patients to access the drug. Both Walgreens and CVS have now received certification to dispense mifepristone, the companies confirmed to ABC News. Walgreens expects to begin dispensing the drug "within a week," the company told ABC News. Walgreens began the process to become a certified pharmacy to give out the drug following the ruling. CVS and Walgreens to begin selling abortion pill mifepristone in some states originally appeared on abcnews.go.com

Source: ABC News March 02, 2024 00:32 UTC