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Arizona governor makes contraceptive medications available over the counter at pharmacies

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PHOENIX (AP) — Adults in Arizona can now obtain contraceptive medications over the counter at a pharmacy without a doctor’s prescription under a governor’s order announced Thursday. Gov. Katie Hobbs says the rule will go into effect immediately. It applies to self-administered birth control such as hormonal and oral contraceptives. Patients 18 or older need only complete a screening and a blood pressure test. Hobbs has used her executive powers in recent weeks to promote reproductive freedom. In June she issued a sweeping executive order effectively stripping prosecutors of their ability to pursue charges against anyone involved with a legally obtained abortion. She also plans to support legislation next year that would codify access to birth control.

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