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1Department of Family Medicine and Rural Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha. rp.kaswa@gmail.com.
Summary
Many women in South Africa still seek illegal abortions due to poor knowledge and access to legal services under the Choice on Termination of Pregnancy (CTOP) Act. Second-trimester patients face significant barriers to accessing time-sensitive abortion care.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Reproductive Health Law
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- The Choice on Termination of Pregnancy (CTOP) Act in South Africa aims to provide safe, legal abortion services.
- Despite legal provisions, challenges persist in women accessing legal abortion care.
Observation:
- A significant number of women resort to illegal abortions.
- Lack of awareness regarding the CTOP Act is prevalent.
- Access to legal abortion services in public health facilities is inadequate.
Findings:
- Women presenting in the second trimester encounter greater obstacles in accessing legal termination of pregnancy services.
- Limited knowledge of abortion laws and poor service accessibility contribute to illegal procedures.
Implications:
- There is a critical need to improve public awareness of the CTOP Act.
- Enhancing access to legal abortion services, particularly in public facilities, is crucial.
- Addressing barriers for second-trimester abortions is essential for reproductive health equity.
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