Étienne-Émile Baulieu, Pioneer of the Abortion Pill, Dies at 98
Étienne-Émile Baulieu, a French endocrinologist renowned for his pivotal role in developing the abortion pill (mifepristone, also known as RU-486), has passed away at the age of 98.
His groundbreaking work revolutionized reproductive healthcare, offering women a non-surgical alternative for terminating early pregnancies.
Baulieu's research challenged existing norms and sparked considerable ethical and political debates, solidifying his place as a controversial yet influential figure in the field of medicine.
