The state of abortion services in five Pacific Island countries: a legislative analysis and scoping review

AUTHOR(S)
Jenny Cao
Amanda Blair
Caroline Homer
Deborah Bateson
Kirsten Black
Amanda Noovao-Hill
Leeanne Panisi
Errolyn Tungunaboe
Kamo Dumo
Liai Siitia
Alyce Wilson
Health

Unsafe abortions are a leading cause of maternal mortality. This study aimed to conduct a legislative analysis and scoping review to i) describe the abortion laws in Papua New Guinea (PNG), Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, and Samoa, ii) identify what safe and unsafe abortion practices and services are available in these countries, and iii) understand women’s experiences of accessing these services.

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October 30, 2025
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2025
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