The global impact of COVID-19 on abortion care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic placed unprecedented strain on healthcare globally, which exacerbated factors leading to unplanned pregnancies.

Objectives

The primary objective was to analyze the effect of COVID-19 on abortion services globally. Secondary objectives were to discuss issues regarding access to safe abortion and provide recommendations on continued access during pandemics.

Search strategy

A search for relevant articles was conducted by utilizing multiple databases (PubMed, Cochrane, etc.).

Selection criteria

Studies on COVID-19 and abortion were included.

Data collection & analysis

The legislation governing abortion services across the globe was examined, inclusive of modifications to service provision during the pandemic. Global data on a

SUBMITTER: Ong I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10165865 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature