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William Ton

Abortion access still a lottery for the disadvantaged

Disadvantaged and regional Victorians face problems accessing abortions, a report has found. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Abortion access continues to be out of reach for disadvantaged and regional Victorians, with some having to travel hundreds of kilometres and spend thousands of dollars for care.

Barriers to abortion services are leading to more people seeking procedures after nine weeks gestation, narrowing their healthcare options, a report from Women's Health Victoria reveals.

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