Subject: Recent Supreme Court Ruling and Abortion Services

Dear Planned Parenthood Patients,

The United States Supreme Court recently released a decision that will affect some second-trimester abortions (16-20 weeks gestation) provided at Planned Parenthood  Golden Gate.  This new law will take effect in mid-May of 2007and all Planned Parenthoods will be ready to comply without disruption of services. 

Planned Parenthood Golden Gate is committed to the health and safety of our patients, and we will continue to provide high-quality care, including first and second trimester abortion services, to our patients. 

No changes in the law have gone into effect at this time.  If you have an appointment, you should still come in. When you come in for your appointment, you and your doctor will discuss your situation, his or her recommendations for your individualized care, and your options.
 
If you are in the process of undergoing an abortion or are scheduled for a follow-up visit, it is very important that you attend your next appointment.  If you have any questions, please contact us at 1-800-230-PLAN or visit us online at www.ppgg.org.

We want to reassure you that abortion is still legal in this country, and that Planned Parenthood is here for you. If you are scheduled to visit one of our health centers now or would like to in the future, please know that our doors will be open. You can depend on us.

For 90 years, Planned Parenthood has been a trusted health care provider - every year, nearly five million women, men, and teens rely on our reproductive health care, education, and information services.  While we are very disappointed by today's Supreme Court decision, we remain - as always - focused on providing you with the high-quality reproductive health care.

Sincerely,

Planned Parenthood Golden Gate