Chemical abortions accounted for roughly one-fourth of early abortions obtained by American women last year, according to a new study that cited improved safety in the using the so-called "abortion pill," RU-486.
"However, abortion of any kind is not safe for a pre-born child," said Shari Rendall, director of Legislation and Public Policy for Concerned Women for America.
The research, conducted at Planned Parenthood clinics nationally, reveals a lower risk of a dangerous infection now that the second of the two pills dispensed is taken orally.
But Rendall points out that chemical abortions aren't as safe for women as they are led to believe. "They're making it easy. And this access, coupled with the fact that they're in private means that you're going to have repeated use, which could lead to long-term effects that have never even been studied."
Medical experts expect more chemical abortions, especially because they offer more privacy than surgical abortions.
Chemical abortions require medical oversight but in some states, a less credentialed health professional can administer the drugs with a doctor's supervision.
Pro-life leaders note that pro-abortion groups pushed for RU-486 to be legalized in the U.S. because fewer and fewer doctors are willing to perform surgical abortions.
Contact: Roger Greer
Source: CitizenLink
Publish Date: July 9, 2009
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