EDMONTON — It was Calgary’s Kensington clinic that prescribed the first dose of Mifegymiso, the two-pill abortion drug, after it became available in Canada in January 2017. We are seeing in Canada a strong preference among those presenting for abortion, to choose a medical abortion if it is availableIn Quebec, that process led to major delays. Elsewhere in Canada, though, Mifegymiso is making significant inroads, especially after Health Canada relaxed rules around prescribing last fall. “We are seeing in Canada a strong preference among those presenting for abortion, to choose a medical abortion if it is available,” Norman said. Frédérique Chabot, director of health promotion for Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, said British Columbia has been particularly supportive of medical abortion services.

Source: National Post October 15, 2018 18:33 UTC