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Investigation of the abortion-related experience of the providers, women, and advocators in South Korea: The neglected essential healthcare service.

Juhyeon MoonRora OhEun Jee ChangJiwon ParkSeung-Ah ChoeSaerom Kim
Published in: International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (2023)
Abortion is an essential service that ensures the sexual and reproductive health and rights of women. Although abortion was decriminalized in Korea in 2019, it remains an informal and stigmatized service. Further research and policy efforts are required to ensure access to abortion in Korea.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • public health
  • cervical cancer screening
  • metabolic syndrome
  • adipose tissue
  • pregnant women
  • health information