Abortion
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What's involved
Planned Parenthood
A detailed description of what you can expect during the different types of abortion procedures, including info on cost, pain levels and what to expect afterwards.
Brief introduction
American Academy of Family Physicians
A very short article explaining what abortion is, what's involved in different procedures and how abortion feels.
Overview
eMedicine Health
A general overview of abortion procedures, as well as legal rights to abortion in the U.S. An interesting, informative read.
Surgery or medication?
Feminist Women's Health Center
For early abortions, you have a choice of a surgical or medication-based procedure. This chart compares these options in terms of safety, time required, cost and possible side effects.
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Exploring the issue
Religous Tolerance
Unsure where you stand on the abortion debate? It might help to review the feelings of different sides. This article does an excellent job of presenting opposing viewpoints in an unbiased manner.
Find a clinic
Choice Linkup
Abortion clinics aren't always easy to find. Use this resource to locate a provider near you.
Unplanned pregnancy helpline
Your Backline
Faced with an unplanned pregnancy and want to discuss your options? This hotline is available to help you with open, frank conversation about pregnancy, abortion, adoption and parenting.
Supporting a loved one
After Abortion
Choosing to have an abortion is a very difficult decision for a woman to make. If someone you care about has decided to have an abortion, get tips on how to help her here.
Unexpected pregnancy workbook
Pregnancy Options
An unplanned pregnancy is overwhelming. Use this sensitive decision guide to help you work through your emotions and do what's best for you.
Selecting a provider
Men and Abortion
Abortion is a medical procedure, and you are entitled to a safe, comfortable environment. Here is what you should look for and what you should run from.
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Abortion and later pregnancies
Mayo Clinic
Worried that an abortion could affect your ability to have children later on? You probably don't need to be, according to this short article.
No abortion/cancer connection
American Cancer Society
Some people have claimed there is a correlation between abortion and breast cancer, but science has not backed this up. Read what the American Cancer Society has to say about this here.
Beware of fake clinics
Self Magazine
There is a rash of anti-abortion groups posing as clinics to lure in unsuspecting women. Read this before you make an appointment.
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Considering adoption?
Crisis Pregnancy
If you're not ready to be a parent and aren't sure abortion is the right decision either, adoption could be the right choice for you. Learn all about this option here.


