George Washington University has ‘Morning After Pill’ in Campus Vending Machine

George Washington University has ‘Morning After Pill’ in Campus Vending Machine

Would anyone be surprised if this becomes the norm on most college campuses?

FOX News reports:

‘Morning After’ pills now offered to students at George Washington University via new vending machine

College students attending George Washington University (GWU) can now access “morning after” pills using a new vending machine inside the student center.

The Washington D.C.-based university is offering students the ability to purchase Plan-B, a name brand for emergency contraception pills, and other healthcare items like Tylenol, Advil, and feminine products, according to The Washington Post.

Contraceptive pills will be available at a $30 discounted rate, down from the $50 price tag typically found in pharmacies.

The vending machine is supplied and operated by a private company and was not purchased or subsidized by the school or students. The college previously offered emergency contraceptive pills through the student health center but now provides an alternative vending machine in a discreet location.

The effort was led by Aiza Saeed and Neharika Rao, a sophomore at GWU and a fellow student government leader, who helped get the vending machine installed after interest by the student association president.

“When you want to reach for emergency contraceptives, CVS — which is [near] the university — can be out [of stock], which can be nerve-racking. So, a reduced price … is really helpful to students.” Rao told Axios.

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