United States

In short: The single most important thing to understand about the U.S. is that abortion law is set state by state, and the rules differ dramatically — abortion is fully legal in some states and banned in others. Where you live determines your rights. Contraception, by contrast, is accessible in every state. Healthcare in the U.S. is also expensive and mostly tied to insurance; if you have a student or employer health plan, check what it covers, and look for Planned Parenthood, Title X clinics, and community health centers for lower-cost care.

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