Abortion pill approved for the first time

The first ever abortion pill has been approved for use in Ireland.

Tue, 04 Dec, 2018 - 06:20

Catherine Shanahan

The first ever abortion pill has been approved for use in Ireland.

The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) confirmed to the Irish Examiner last night that it has “received and approved Mifepristone for termination of pregnancy”.

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