US EditionMorning-after pill to be made free at pharmacies in England
- The morning-after pill will be made free in all pharmacies in England, aiming to end an unfair postcode lottery for access to contraception.
- Health Minister Stephen Kinnock emphasized that the plan ensures women can access essential healthcare regardless of their location or financial ability.
- Dr. Janet Barter highlighted the importance of removing barriers to contraception, stating it is a basic human right.
- The proposal will be announced as part of the government's investment in community pharmacies, coming into force later this year.
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England to make morning-after pill free of charge at pharmacies
The morning-after pill, an emergency contraception, will be available free of charge by pharmacies in England later this year. As in the U.S., the morning-after pill is currently available OTC in the U.K. to purchase and can be quite expensive. — Read the rest The post England to make morning-after pill free of charge at pharmacies appeared first on Boing Boing.
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Free access to safe contraceptives is part of a fair society, according to the Secretary of State for Health. This year, he wants to implement his plan - and thus also relieve the doctors.
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