We are a grassroots network of abortion access advocates in Humboldt County, California. Here in our rural community, all hospitals but one — Providence’s St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka — have closed their obstetric departments. In 2024, the state of California sued St. Joe’s for denying abortions to pregnant women having medical emergencies. This lawsuit, which spurred us to organize our network, is ongoing.
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“Anna Nusslock was fifteen weeks pregnant with twins when she visited Providence in pain and severely bleeding after her water prematurely broke. … Instead of providing Nusslock emergency medical abortion care required by state law, Providence discharged her with instructions to drive to a small community hospital nearly 12 miles away. On the way out the door, Providence handed Nusslock a bucket and towels ‘in case something happens in the car.’” — California Attorney General Rob Bonta
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Our goals include:
Our network includes moms, dads, grandparents, doctors, nurses, patients, elected officials, policy experts, community organizers and concerned citizens — both inside and outside Humboldt County. We liaise with Eureka’s Planned Parenthood.
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