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An Over-the-Counter Pill Isn’t Safe

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Congress wants to make oral contraceptives available sans prescription. The benefits are overwhelming —but the risks of prescribing it without screening for blood disorders are huge.

Sarah Watts

Published Jun. 15 2015 5:15AM EDT

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Sarah Watts

Sarah Watts

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