Abortion in Mongolia

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Abortion is legal up to 22 weeks in Mongolia. [1] Abortion was legalized in 1989. [2]

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References

  1. Batsukh, Odonchimeg, Khorloo Khukhnokhoi, and Uranchimeg Tsogkhuu. "Silence Around Sex Has Dangerous Consequences for Mongolian Teens." Global Press Journal. March 16, 2023.
  2. Tsogt, Bazarragchaa; Seded, Khishgee; Johnson, Brooke R.; Strategic Assessment Team (May 2008). "Applying the WHO strategic approach to strengthening first and second trimester abortion services in Mongolia". Reproductive Health Matters. 16 (31 Suppl): 127–134. doi:10.1016/S0968-8080(08)31383-4. ISSN   1460-9576. PMID   18772093.