The medical society pointed to “myriad evidence of the safety and efficacy of the medication in preventing unintended pregnancies” in announcing its support, noting the agency is taking important steps to make sure women are able to access and use contraception.
“Healthcare is a basic human right and that right includes access to critical reproductive health care services like contraception,” the release said.
The Massachusetts Medical Society said it is committed to working with “engaged stakeholders” to make sure OTC birth control is affordable and widely available.
