Globally, abortion mortality accounts for at least 13% of all maternal mortality. Unsafe
abortion procedures, untrained abortion providers, restrictive abortion laws and high …

Abstract The latest World Health Organization data estimate that the total number of unsafe
abortions globally has increased to 21.6 million in 2008. There is increasing recognition by …

Unsafe abortion is an important public health problem, accountingfor 13% of maternal
mortality in developing countries. Of anestimated annual 70 000 deaths from unsafe …

Since the beginning of recorded history, women have attempted to terminate unwanted
pregnancies. Despite the safety of modern techniques of abortion, many women throughout …

This report assesses progress over the past decade regarding the legality, safety and
accessibility of abortion services worldwide. It summarizes developments in policy and …

Abstract Background The 1994 International Conference on Population and Development
(ICPD) viewed access to safe abortion as imperative for public health. Progress since ICPD …

Worldwide some 20 million unsafe abortions take place each year and account for
approximately 13% of all maternal mortality and serious complications associated with it …

Sets out guidelines that can help reduce the high levels of maternal morbidity and mortality
associated with abortion whether spontaneous or induced. Recommendations and advice …

Unsafe abortion accounts for a significant proportion of maternal deaths, yet it is often
forgotten in discussions around reducing maternal mortality. Prevention of unsafe abortion …

In June 1999 a United Nations General Assembly Special Session reviewed and appraised
progress toward implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference …