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‘YOU DECLINE, DO NOT ANSWER!’: Woman goes to Urgent Care. Then they ask her a q…
A veteran getting regular medical treatment at an urgent care recognized the nurse asking a new question, sparking a discussion.
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VA Urgent Care Facilities Reportedly Asking Patients About Childbearing Ability
VA Urgent Care Facilities Reportedly Asking Patients About Childbearing Ability UNITED STATES – A recent video posted by a patient on social media has brought attention to new and controversial questions reportedly being asked at Veterans Affairs (VA) urgent care facilities. On July 31st, 2025, a patient identified as Candace 🍉 (@squidmoo101) shared their experience at a VA urgent care, stating that during intake, a nurse asked, "Is there anything physically stopping you from being pregnant?" The question was then rephrased as, "Is your body physically able to bear children?" The patient expressed surprise and concern over the nature of these inquiries, questioning if they are a new policy under the current administration and drawing a parallel to the dystopian themes of "The Handmaid's Tale." The video quickly garnered significant attention, with numerous comments from viewers expressing similar concerns and confusion. One commenter stated, "The last time I had my youngest teenage daughter at the doctor, I told them we would no longer answer the question, 'when was your last period.' The nurse looked at me like I was crazy." Another asked, "WHAT DO THEY ASK MEN???" Many highlighted the intrusive nature of such questions, particularly if unrelated to the patient's immediate medical needs. The discussion underscores growing public sensitivity around reproductive health and patient privacy in healthcare settings.
