A Woman Was Denied Medication for Being of ‘Childbearing Age.’ She Just Sued the Hospital

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A Woman Was Denied Medication for Being of ‘Childbearing Age.’ She Just Sued the Hospital
jezebel.com

Tara Rule says her doctor in upstate New York was “determined to protect a hypothetical fetus" instead of helping her treat debilitating pain.

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As soon as you see “upstate”, you can bet it’s as provincial as any near midwestern state. I grew up along the southern border with PA. It’s more conservative than most people think. The Amish and Mennonite residents feel right at home in those communities.

This wasn't along the border though it was in Albany.

Upstate just means “not the city” of New York. I’m telling you about my knowledge of part of New York State, and, while anecdotal, I believe it is indicative of the more rural parts.