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ACT becomes first jurisdiction to offer free abortions as Canberra patients shed light on troubling experiences

The ACT government will cover the cost of abortions in Canberra, saving surgical abortion patients about $650.  (Supplied)

Canberrans seeking an abortion will be able to access the healthcare service free of charge from today, as the ACT government's pledge to make reproductive care more accessible becomes a reality.

The government made the commitment in August last year, announcing the services would also be accessible to people without a Medicare card. 

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