Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Abortion Services

Information about Abortion in Yukon:


If you are pregnant, you have options. If you are trying to decide if abortion is the right choice for you, you may have many things to think about. Learning the facts about abortion can help you in making your decision

How do I arrange for an abortion?


If you are pregnant and seeking an abortion, contact your health care provider as soon as you can, to set up an appointment for a checkup and to discuss your options.

If you don’t have a doctor, you can contact any of the clinics listed below to make an appointment. You will be seen as soon as possible, and arrangements will be made through the clinic for an ultrasound to help date the pregnancy.

Women, caregivers or other health care workers can call any of the numbers below to set up an abortion referral for themselves or for a client. The doctor visits and the abortion procedure are free as long as you have a valid Yukon Health Card.

In Whitehorse, Watson Lake and Dawson, your doctor or a nurse practitioner can refer you to a physician who performs surgical abortions. Your own doctor may be able to offer a medical abortion without a referral.

In other Yukon communities, a family doctor or rural nurse practitioner can refer you to the doctors in Whitehorse who perform surgical abortions OR women can call the clinics below themselves. Travel costs are covered for medical procedures.

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