Browsing 2023 by Subject "Abortion"

Abortion Incidence and Severity of Complications in Sierra Leone

Policy Engagement and Communication (APHRC, 2022-10)

In Sierra Leone, abortion is legally restricted, only allowed to save the lives of pregnant women, in case of rape or incest and, to preserve the physical and mental health of the woman. While the Sierra Leone government ...

Abortion Incidence and Severity of Related-Complications in Liberia

Policy Engagement and Communication (APHRC, 2023-04)

Unsafe abortion is defined as a procedure for terminating a pregnancy that is performed by persons lacking the necessary skills or in an environment, not inconformity with the minimal medical standards or both.

A Case for a Safe Motherhood and Reproductive Health (SMRH) Law in Sierra Leone

Mangwana, Jane; Omao, Doris (APHRC, 2023-02)

Unsafe abortion is among one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in Africa. In the Sub- Saharan Africa region, women are most likely to die from unsafe abortion. As of 2019, the Sub-Saharan Africa region has ...

Unsafe Abortion as a Risk Factor for Maternal Mortality in Liberia

Mangwana, Jane; Omao, Doris (APHRC, 2023-02)

Unsafe abortion is one of the main causes of maternal mortality and morbidity globally. Liberia has one of the world’s highest maternal mortality rates. Despite these existing challenges, a drop in maternal mortality ...