Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) deceive patients seeking abortion care
Over 2,500 fake clinics nationwide use deceptive practices to prevent abortion access
What Are Fake Clinics?
Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) are anti-abortion facilities that advertise as abortion clinics but do NOT provide abortion services. They use deceptive tactics to delay care until it's too late to get an abortion.
2,500+
Fake clinics in US
71%
Use deceptive ads
38%
Hide that they don't do abortions
Red Flags to Watch For
- ❌ Pretend to offer abortion services
- ❌ Pressure patients to delay or change decisions
- ❌ Promote “abortion reversal” — a medically discredited claim
- ❌ Refuse to discuss contraception or real options
- ❌ Misrepresent themselves with names like “Women’s Health Center”
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Signs of a Legitimate Abortion Provider
✓ Clearly state they perform abortions on their website
✓ Have licensed doctors and medical staff
✓ Give transparent pricing and procedure information
✓ Provide all contraceptive options
✓ Respect your decision without pressure
✓ Give medically accurate information
✓ Offer same-day or next-day appointments
✓ Accept insurance and provide payment plans
✓ Follow established medical safety protocols
✓ Provide confidential and non-judgmental care
Questions to Ask
❓Do you perform abortions at this location?
❓Are your staff licensed medical professionals?
❓What contraceptives do you provide?
❓What are your exact fees?
❓Are you affiliated with any religious organizations?
