Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Medical Abortion: A Woman’s Choice

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