Abortion Access: NSW Health Secretary's Apology to Women Affected by Recent Abortion Bans

The New South Wales Health Secretary has made a heartfelt apology to women who have faced difficulties accessing abortion care in the wake of recent bans. This apology comes in the context of growing concerns about abortion access in public hospitals, especially in areas like Queanbeyan and Orange.
NSW Health's Commitment to Abortion Care
The recent abortion ban has sparked significant backlash, prompting officials to remind hospitals of their obligations to provide medical abortion services.
Responses from Health Officials
- The Health Secretary, Susan Pearce, highlighted the importance of termination services.
- Officials, including Amanda Cohn, are actively working to rectify access issues.
Efforts to Improve Access
In her communication, Pearce emphasized that all public health facilities must ensure that women can easily access both surgical abortion and medical abortion services.
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