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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) — San Antonio
· 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 Terrell Hills News
The situation faced by Lynn Callaway in Austin-area hospitals has implications for women in Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio area, where access to miscarriage care may be similarly restricted. Despite the clarification to Texas' abortion ban, doctors in Bexar County may still be hesitant to provide full miscarriage care due to fear of repercussions. This hesitation can lead to delayed treatment, as seen in Callaway's case, where she was forced to endure her miscarriage at home without proper medical attention. The complaint filed by Callaway against two Austin-area hospitals may set a precedent for how miscarriage care is handled in Texas, potentially affecting hospitals and healthcare providers in the San Antonio area. As the case moves forward, Terrell Hills residents should pay attention to how local healthcare providers respond to miscarriage cases and whether they provide the necessary care without delay.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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