As United States ramp up restrictions to contain the coronavirus, Texas has joined Ohio in deeming nearly all abortions as non-essential procedures that must be delayed.

The order against elective procedures is meant to keep valuable medical resources for those treating Covid-19 only.

A statement from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton office said no one is exempt from the governor's executive order on medically unnecessary surgeries and procedures, including abortion providers. This comes as states across the country grapple with shortages of critical medical necessities, including masks, hospital space and ventilators.