In late January, the Susan G. Komen Foundation ceased providing financial support to Planned Parenthood after anti-choice groups protested the fact that the latter provides abortions. The move was widely criticized since the majority of Planned Parenthood services are breast cancer screenings and other preventive health services, and the grant from Komen was used for breast health. Ultimately, Komen reversed its decision and said it would continue allowing Planned Parenthood to apply for grants. However, still unclear is whether Komen
...moreIn late January, the Susan G. Komen Foundation ceased providing financial support to Planned Parenthood after anti-choice groups protested the fact that the latter provides abortions. The move was widely criticized since the majority of Planned Parenthood services are breast cancer screenings and other preventive health services, and the grant from Komen was used for breast health. Ultimately, Komen reversed its decision and said it would continue allowing Planned Parenthood to apply for grants. However, still unclear is whether Komen will actually approve Planned Parenthood for the grants.
