Female reproductive rights groups are urging the World Health Organization (WHO) to ensure that women continue to have access to contraception and safe abortions through the coronavirus pandemic, reported The Guardian.
While WHO released guidance notes last week in which it suggested that governments prioritize reproductive health services, some organizations believe that this is not enough to help women access these health services.
One group, called Marie Stopes International (MSI), spoke out about the issue, stating that a stronger pronouncement by WHO would help countries to see women’s reproductive health as a public health issue. CEO of the organization, Simon Cooke, commented on the fears present throughout the COVID-19 lockdown.
“For us and for women who have unplanned pregnancies, it’s a very worrying time and [abortion] is time critical.”
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