Pregnancy Deaths Fuel Calls to Expand PA Reproductive Care Access

After an analysis found an increase in death connected to ectopic pregnancies, Pennsylvania health advocates want expanded access to sexual and reproductive health care. ProPublica says federal data shows that nationwide almost 200 women died following an ectopic pregnancy between 2020 and 2025. Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania says the data reveals rising complications in pregnancy indicate the need for early pregnancy and postpartum care.




