Abortion Law in the Philippines
It is illegal to obtain an abortion in the Philippines unless it is to save the woman’s life. If the woman’s life is in danger, she needs the approval of a panel of medical professionals before the abortion.
If the woman chooses to have an abortion either by inducing herself or consenting to someone else performing the procedure she faces between six months and six years in prison. The person who performs an abortion is subject to the same penalty as well as the suspension of the right to follow a medical profession.
Despite the severity of the law, unsafe abortions remain common occurrence in the Philippines. As per an estimate, there are 27 abortions for every 1,000 women each year in the Philippines. The estimated number of abortions in the year 2000 ranges from 400,000 to 550,000. Sadly, most of these abortions are unsafe.
One explanation for the large number of abortions in the Philippines is the lack of access to contraceptives. And that’s mostly due to the social and political restraints on health care. Many women who choose to have an abortion do so because they cannot afford another child.
Unsafe Abortions in the Philippines
In the year 2000, nearly 105,000 women suffered complications following abortion necessitating hospitalization. The rates of women hospitalized for abortion complications varied from one area to another. And researches believe that this difference may be due to better access to hospitals in major cities. So more women may have needed hospitalization but did not have access.
Additionally, nearly 1,000 women die every year in the Philippines due to unsafe abortion practices. Depending on the region, unsafe abortion is responsible for between 13% and 35% of the maternal mortality rate.
There are several illegal options for women seeking abortion in the Philippines. Abortion pills are available on the black market. There are other traditional medicines and makeshift services also. None of the options offer proper medical supervision. Women even try eating lots of papaya for abortion.
Unsafe abortion in Philippines: A Case to Learn From
One woman, named Ana was 35 at the time of an illegal abortion attempt. She already had seven children, all conceived by force, as Ana was in a violent relationship at the time.
With seven children she could barely afford to care for. She knew that she could not add another. She decided to have an unsafe abortion which involved having a catheter inserted into her cervix for several hours.
For a week she suffered severe bleeding before allowing herself to be taken to a hospital. There the nurses told her that if she died, it will be her own fault. She is not alone. One in six women who obtain an illegal abortion suffer complications.
Women who do suffer complications are able to get post-abortion procedures at a hospital but often they will face prejudice and abuse by the medical staff as Ana did. They also face social stigma and ostracism from their community.
There is no reason for a woman to suffer through the painful and illegal abortions in the Philippines. There is a safe and legal option open to women who are willing and able to travel outside the country.
Getting an Abortion Abroad
For many women the solution to the problem of abortion in the Philippines may be to travel to a country where abortion is legal. In India abortion is legal up until 20 weeks of pregnancy based on the patient’s applicable conditions.
The Abortion Clinic located in Bangalore, India offers safe abortion procedures to patients coming from Philippines. We have a highly trained staff that is able to address any complication that may arise, and state of the art equipment to constantly monitor the health of the patient.
Skilled doctors ensure that the patient will not suffer any long term complications following the abortion. When performed in sterile clinics by well-trained doctors, abortions are relatively safe procedures.
Since this can be a very hard time for patients, the Abortion Clinic in India works with their patients to make all the necessary travel arrangements, including flights, ground transportation and lodging. They even offer contraception advice and counselling for those women who are in the need.
A visit to the Genesis Abortion Clinic in Bangalore India is one that will not have dangerous complications or long hospital stays. It is worth one’s health and well-being to seek out the very best care for an abortion.
Call +91 900 849 2277 or +91 934 382 6182 to speak confidentially with the doctor in Bangalore India.
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Thank you for sharing such an informative post about abortion. It’s crucial to provide accurate information on safe abortion services and the options available for women. I believe open discussions like this can reduce stigma and empower individuals to make informed choices. Looking forward to more insights on related topics like medical abortion procedures and accessible clinics.
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