Abortion

The Supreme Court has overturned parts of a Texas law that would have caused many abortion clinics in the state to close down. Here are some important facts about the ruling.

Catholics make up 22 percent of the United States population and are as diverse as the country itself.

A common surgical procedure known as D&C may cause the cervix to open too soon during pregnancy, causing preterm birth.

The rates of teenage pregnancy, birth and abortion have plummeted in every state and among all racial and ethnic groups, a new report finds.

Political opposition is the main hurdle to developing new birth control methods that could be taken occasionally and after sex, perhaps a more suitable option for many women, health experts say.

In a candid interview with a Jesuit Magazine, the Pope said the Catholic Church should not focus so much on narrow issues such as gay rights, abortion and contraception.

Doctors are misinformed about who can receive IUDs.