Strict curbs on contraception and abortion are common in tough-hit nations but UN says women should have choice about degree of risk they’re willing to takeThe United Nations tall commissioner for human rights has called on Latin American countries hit by the Zika epidemic to allow women access to abortion and birth control,reigniting debate about reproductive rights in the predominantly Catholic region.
The rapidly spreading virus is suspected to have caused an uptick in foetal brain defects. Although this is not yet scientifically proven, many campaigners say women should have a choice about the degree of risk they are willing to purchase.
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Source: theguardian.com