References
- For the text of the new law, see. Republic of South Africa. Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1996. (May), Reproductive Health Matters. 9: 1997; 116–120. The Commentary with this text by M. Stevens and M. Xaba looks at the process by which the law was passed and its potential impact.
- It is likely that the high rate of second trimester terminations will fall once more women who feared or were unable to afford backstreet procedures become aware that they have a choice and can access help early on. The data from the Ferreira Hospital, for example, support this. (Ed).