Abortion has
always been a controversial topic. There are very compelling arguments for both
sides from all walks of life and professions. Some feel that ending the life of
a fetus is still ending a life and it should be a very difficult decision to
make and never to be taken lightly. Others feel that women have the right to
decide what to do with their own bodies and sometimes bringing a child into a
bad life situation will only do the child more harm than good. As a healthcare
professional, whether you are pro-life or pro-choice, you are first and
foremost pro-patient care.
Mifegymiso
is a combination of two pills taken sequentially to induce a medical abortion
up to 49 days into pregnancy. It was approved for use in Canada July 2016 but
was only available to Canadian women in January 2017 whereas combination drugs
of this nature have been available in over 60 countries for several years now.
It is important to note that although medical abortion is more accessible and convenient
than surgical abortion, it is does not carry less risk. Both methods have risks
but if used correctly, this treatment will help so many women exercise their
right to choose.
For more on
information on this topic make sure to read my eNewsletter coming out soon.
Even though it is a grim subject it is so important to educate ourselves on all
options for women and learn to not judge or discriminate against people whether
you are pro-choice or pro-life.
“If you’re
against abortion, don’t have one”
-Unknown
Keep an open
mind and an open heart. Take care!
-Mena
