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Fact Sheet
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News Release
Extensive New Body of Evidence on Abortion in Six Indian States Released
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Infographic
Unintended pregnancy and abortion vary across country income groups
Top Facts & Statistics
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abortions per 1,000 women aged 15-49 occurred annually in high income countries where abortion is restricted, 2015-201933
abortions per 1,000 women aged 15-49 in Sub-Saharan Africa occurred annually in 2015-201939
abortions per 1,000 women aged 15-49 occurred annually in low-income countries where abortion is restricted, 2015-2019
Hear From An Expert
Women in India face considerable challenges trying to obtain abortion care. Permitting midlevel providers to provide medication abortion can help address this situation by expanding the number of providers and facilities qualified to offer this care.
Susheela Singh
Distinguished Scholar and Vice President for Global Science and Policy Integration