Prevalence of Abortions Prior to and During the COVID-19 Pandemic in a Large Health Care System.

The prevalence of abortion remained similar prior to and during the first 6 months of the COVID-19 pandemic within KPNC. Patients seeking abortion were less likely to smoke and were more likely to have consistent insurance 6 months after their abortion in 2020 versus 2019, potentially suggesting the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in healthier behaviors and more consistent access to health care. Despite stay-at-home orders and canceling of in-person clinic visits, abortion services remained accessible to a diverse population within a large health care system.