New research shows pharmacies can help fill gaps in abortion care in Ethiopia

June 9, 2026
Guttmacher Institute

Pharmacists in Ethiopia can develop the skills and knowledge to provide medication abortion and pharmacies have the potential to be essential hubs for safe and confidential abortion care, but most pharmacies and other drug sellers lack the stock of medications needed. These are among the key findings of new studies released Tuesday by the Guttmacher Institute, the St. Paul’s Institute for Reproductive Health and Rights (SPIRHR) and Ipas. 

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