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Saturday, April 06, 2013  The Missouri Senate has passed legislation that would ensure that pharmacies could refuse to stock certain prescription drugs, such as emergency contraception.

Sunday, March 24, 2013  The state's bishops are asking Democratic Attorney General Chris Koster to appeal with "all due haste."

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  A medical practice that has been around in Quincy for decades is expanding. Family Planning staff say it's due to the growing needs of its clients.

Friday, February 17, 2012  A local Baptist-influenced university announced its stance on the recent birth control mandate.

Friday, February 10, 2012  US bishops reserve judgment on revamped birth control rule, say they still have concerns

Friday, February 03, 2012  White House, religious groups in fight over doctrine, religious freedom and contraception

Friday, February 18, 2011  The House has approved a Republican proposal to block federal aid for Planned Parenthood.

Saturday, May 08, 2010  A world without "the pill" is unimaginable to many young women who now use it to treat acne, skip periods, improve mood and, of course, prevent pregnancy.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009  FDA to allow 17-year-olds to get 'morning-after' birth control pill over the counter