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Austin-area hospitals denied miscarriage care despite clarification to Texas’ abortion ban, federal complaint alleges
By Texas Tribune, Eleanor Klibanoff at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
There came a point when the chills, fever and cramps were so intense that Lynn Callaway thought she might die. Callaway was having a miscarriage, and had developed an infection. She wanted abortion-inducing medication or surgery to help empty her uterus and bring her suffering to an end. But, in ...
Key takeaway Callaway was having a miscarriage, and had developed an infection.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The allegations in this federal complaint have significant implications for San Antonio area residents, who may face similar barriers to miscarriage care. Although the complaint specifically mentions Austin-area hospitals, the underlying issue of healthcare providers being fearful of performing procedures that could be misconstrued as abortions is a statewide concern. The fact that lawmakers passed a bill last year aimed at clarifying the rules for treating miscarriages, yet women like Callaway are still being denied care, suggests that more needs to be done to educate healthcare providers about the law and ensure they feel comfortable providing necessary treatment. San Antonio residents should be aware of their rights under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act and know how to advocate for themselves if they are denied care in an emergency situation. The outcome of this complaint will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for how miscarriage care is handled in hospitals across Texas.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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