Overview of Abortion in the United States
A collaboration with the Guttmacher Institute, this PowerPoint slide presentation summarizes the facts about abortion in the United States. Topics include:
- unintended pregnancy and abortion
- who has abortions, why, and when in pregnancy
- safety of abortion
- provision of and access to abortion services
- a comparative international perspective
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PRCH is a doctor-led national advocacy organization. We use evidence-based medicine to promote sound
reproductive health policies. We believe
in reproductive choice for everyone.
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“Why do I provide [abortions]? ... Because nothing gives me greater satisfaction than having a woman walk scared and sad into my office, and watching her leave unburdened and relieved.”
Katharine O’Connell, MD, MPH, from “Why I Provide”

