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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) - San Antonio News
· June 22, 2026
· 15 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 Her husband, Mario, was unwilling to accept that his otherwise healthy 40-year-old wife was suddenly wan and bleeding on the floor, while their young son watched in alarm.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The situation faced by Lynn Callaway in Austin-area hospitals has implications for residents in Alamo Heights , who may also seek medical care in nearby facilities. The denial of miscarriage care due to fears of violating Texas' abortion ban can affect anyone in the San Antonio area, including those in Alamo Heights, who may travel to Austin for medical treatment. The fact that Callaway's doctors were hesitant to provide abortion-inducing medication, even after a clarification to the state's abortion ban, suggests that the fear of punishment is still prevalent among medical professionals. This can lead to delayed or inadequate care for patients experiencing miscarriages, which can have serious health consequences. As the complaint against Baylor Scott and White Medical Center and St. David's Round Rock Medical Center moves forward, Alamo Heights residents should be aware of their rights under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act and the potential for restricted pregnancy care in local hospitals.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 15 min
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What is this story about? 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 ...
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