The article raises significant concerns about the practices of the Sage Women’s Center in Twin Falls, Idaho, a crisis pregnancy center that reportedly asks visitors for sensitive information, including nonmedical details about their religion and financial status. While the center claims to protect client health information, it is not bound by HIPAA due to its free services, leading to potential confidentiality issues. Experts highlight that such centers often use tactics to dissuade women from seeking abortions, including delayed services and scoring systems that assess clients' "abortion vulnerability." The center is affiliated with Heartbeat International, a network known for its anti-abortion stance, further influencing its operational practices. Additionally, the Idaho Attorney General is investigating these concerns, which have been echoed by medical professionals who find the detailed intake forms unusual and potentially stigmatizing. Overall, the center's methods reflect broader patterns seen in crisis pregnancy centers across the country.
