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Bobby Jindal: Birth control should be over the counter
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, a Republican and a potential 2016 presidential candidate, has a solution for the GOP's birth control problem: Make it over the counter.
"The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists announced its support last month for selling oral contraceptives over the counter without a prescription in the United States," Jindal writes in Friday's Wall Street Journal opinion section. "I agree with this opinion, which if embraced by the federal government would take contraception out of the political arena." Jindal also writes that prescription birth control drives up costs with unnecessary doctors' visits.
"Democrats have wrongly accused Republicans of being against birth control and against allowing people to use it. That's hogwash," Jindal wrote. "But Republicans do want to protect those who have religious beliefs that are opposed to contraception."
Democrats used Republicans' objections to the mandatory birth control coverage portion of Obama's health care law as a way to turn women voters against conservative candidates this election season. Their objections, Democrats argued, were part of a larger "war on women" fought by Republican lawmakers. (A "war" that worsened when conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh called law student Sandra Fluke a "****" for testifying that she believes contraception should be covered by insurance plans.)
Republicans said they were simply worried that some employers' religious freedom would be infringed upon if their hehttp://news.yahoo.com/blogs/ticket/bobby-jindal-birth-control-over-counter-150448566.htmlalth care plans had to include contraception.
"The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists announced its support last month for selling oral contraceptives over the counter without a prescription in the United States," Jindal writes in Friday's Wall Street Journal opinion section. "I agree with this opinion, which if embraced by the federal government would take contraception out of the political arena." Jindal also writes that prescription birth control drives up costs with unnecessary doctors' visits.
"Democrats have wrongly accused Republicans of being against birth control and against allowing people to use it. That's hogwash," Jindal wrote. "But Republicans do want to protect those who have religious beliefs that are opposed to contraception."
Democrats used Republicans' objections to the mandatory birth control coverage portion of Obama's health care law as a way to turn women voters against conservative candidates this election season. Their objections, Democrats argued, were part of a larger "war on women" fought by Republican lawmakers. (A "war" that worsened when conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh called law student Sandra Fluke a "****" for testifying that she believes contraception should be covered by insurance plans.)
Republicans said they were simply worried that some employers' religious freedom would be infringed upon if their hehttp://news.yahoo.com/blogs/ticket/bobby-jindal-birth-control-over-counter-150448566.htmlalth care plans had to include contraception.
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Republicans said they were simply worried that some employers' religious freedom would be infringed upon if their health care plans had to include contraception.
I think it is a Brilliant Idea.
Republicans said they were simply worried that some employers' religious freedom would be infringed upon if their health care plans had to include contraception.
I think it is a Brilliant Idea.
Why not ? We can already buy condoms everywhere.
I like this part
"Jindal writes in Friday's Wall Street Journal opinion section. "I agree with this opinion, which if embraced by the federal government would take contraception out of the political arena." Jindal also writes that prescription birth control drives up costs with unnecessary doctors' visits".
"Jindal writes in Friday's Wall Street Journal opinion section. "I agree with this opinion, which if embraced by the federal government would take contraception out of the political arena." Jindal also writes that prescription birth control drives up costs with unnecessary doctors' visits".
I have mixed feelings. I would worry about people not taking it properly...but then again, that can happen with any OTC med...plus, that could also happen with a doc Rx'ing it.
Hmmmm. Interesting proposition.
Hmmmm. Interesting proposition.
I think it is a great compromise. By doing this it would lower the cost and should allow companies who wish to opt out of the Health Care (Contraceptives) for Religious reasons.
I always use tylenol as my example because, everyone uses it, it's readily available and it has killed people and has caused people to have emergency liver transplants.
We already have dangerous meds on the shelf everywhere.
I like this idea.
We already have dangerous meds on the shelf everywhere.
I like this idea.
We already have dangerous meds on the shelf everywhere.
That's very true. Look at Robitussin and the "Robo-Tripping" trend? The drugs that are used to make meth? Nicotine patches and other cessation products. Heck, look at the energy drinks?
Yeah, this really is not a bad idea. Wonder how much of a chance it would have to really pass?
That's very true. Look at Robitussin and the "Robo-Tripping" trend? The drugs that are used to make meth? Nicotine patches and other cessation products. Heck, look at the energy drinks?
Yeah, this really is not a bad idea. Wonder how much of a chance it would have to really pass?
I'm not sure if I would be ok with this. I would need more information. The reason is that oral contraceptives (and any hormonal type birth control for that matter) is not the right solution for everyone. Some people should not take them due to other health issues. And different women need different types. I am absolutely pro easy access to birth control - 100%. But based on the information I have right now, I do think that any kind of hormonal contraception should involve a conversation and follow up with your Dr.
I like his thought process though and it pleases me to see the ease of access issue being addressed. He's on the right track in my opinion, just not sure if this is the right decision.
I like his thought process though and it pleases me to see the ease of access issue being addressed. He's on the right track in my opinion, just not sure if this is the right decision.
Keep in mind this is supported by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Jindal is agreeing with them. They are not insinuating that women should Self Medicate. They are just proposing, the Meds should be OC.
Very true. I'll be honest, the fact that they are supporting this surprises me. However, it has been a long time since I have used birth control - almost 10 years and I have no doubt many things have changed. In my day, there were risks that were important to understand and again, some that shouldn't take it. Perhaps that has changed - it must have or I am certain they wouldn't support it.
I forgot to add, under the H.C. Plan they will be to go to an OBGYN and he/she will instruct them if it’s safe or not to take the contraceptives. What I see is a Republican trying to make this thing work.
Well, my hat goes off to anyone attempting to increase easier access to birth control - no question. It wasn't the politics for me, just the health concern. Either way, it is super positive he is addressing this issue as I do feel it is an important one. Truth be told, I never bought into the whole war on women anyway - I am very confident the entire Republican Party does not see everything exactly the same way...lol.
Ahhh, I see where my previous post might have been misunderstood. When I said "I am surprised they are supporting this" I meant he College of OB's, not the Republian Party. And that statement was only because in the time I took oral contraceptives, it always seemed a big deal to do it only under a Dr.'s care.
I can give you a good reason not to put it over the counter. I had an adverse reaction to birth control PILLS. I developed blood clots and therefore could not take them.
And I do not believe for one nano second that republicans were worried about anyones religious liberty either, more like their ability to use it to get votes from the religious right.
Birth control should have easy access and should be part of the preventative plan but under the guidance of a doctor prescibing it imo.
And as far as war on women, well Idk, check out what Michigan has been up to the last few weeks and explain that one to me.
And I do not believe for one nano second that republicans were worried about anyones religious liberty either, more like their ability to use it to get votes from the religious right.
Birth control should have easy access and should be part of the preventative plan but under the guidance of a doctor prescibing it imo.
And as far as war on women, well Idk, check out what Michigan has been up to the last few weeks and explain that one to me.
The response doesn't surprise me at all, I was actually expecting it. If Obama would have been for it and Jindal against it. Jindal would be the Devil himself.
Why not ? We can already buy condoms everywhere.
I Agree!...
Teko makes a good point about it not being sold over the counter. Women react to Birth control in different ways. For some certain birth control can potentially be deadly. The Feds would have to really come up with birth control that is safe for all women.
" I forgot to add, under the H.C. Plan they will be to go to an OBGYN and he/she will instruct them if it’s safe or not to take the contraceptives.
Thanks for pointing out another GOOD thing about ACA....
" What I see is a Republican trying to make this thing work. "
I Agree R....
Thanks for pointing out another GOOD thing about ACA....
" What I see is a Republican trying to make this thing work. "
I Agree R....
I can truthfully say my response would have been the same regardless of who suggested it. I like the concept, but would be concerned that the possible health issue has been addressed. I guess I don't see this as a political issue, just think all the possible scenarios' should be covered. I would feel the same way here in Canada regardless of who came up with the idea and what party they were a part of.
Hm, birth control pills are a systemic medication which is quite different than a condom.
While I can go for easier access, are we saying that a doctor should no longer write a prescription for this and moniter women that are putting a hormone into their body?
While I can go for easier access, are we saying that a doctor should no longer write a prescription for this and moniter women that are putting a hormone into their body?
Hs nothing to do with Obama or Jindall. Has everything to do with bc over the counter, or was that not the topic of conversation? I wouldnt have expected anything different from you either. Right back at ya!
And I do not believe for one nano second that republicans were worried about anyones religious liberty either, more like their ability to use it to get votes from the religious right.
Agreed!
Birth control should have easy access and should be part of the preventative plan but under the guidance of a doctor prescibing it imo.
Again, I agree with you.
I had adverse reactions the one time I tried them. There definitely needs to be some medical guidance and follow up.
My daughter got them at a clinic when she was 15 and still uses them years later. I was upset when I found out because of the potential health risks to her developing body. Fortunately, she was fine and hasn't had any problems.
What about doctor's offices dispensing? They are liscensed to dispense medications and could have this as part of their service. Is that easier access?? It would be for some.
The other issue when a med goes over the counter is what happened to me with allergy medication. I used to get it from my doctor with a prescription. Now I just go to the drug store or grocery store and get it. And . . . I pay out of pocket. My insurance used to catch it as a prescribed medication from the pharmacy. I have used flex spending for some otc things before but it is different than having it covered by insurance.
The other issue when a med goes over the counter is what happened to me with allergy medication. I used to get it from my doctor with a prescription. Now I just go to the drug store or grocery store and get it. And . . . I pay out of pocket. My insurance used to catch it as a prescribed medication from the pharmacy. I have used flex spending for some otc things before but it is different than having it covered by insurance.
This medication has a possibility of multiple side effects. They are good for the most part with most women, but there is no one size fits all and I personally think that is treading on dangerous ground. I also dont think, forgive me here, that they can be compared to condoms? Those are not one size fits all either but are not known to cause major side effects either. LOL And not all women take pills either, lots use various other types of bc which definately need administered by a doctor. imo
I wouldnt have expected anything different from you either. Right back at ya!
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