Today’s Video: Argentine abortions

The following video clip looks at the risks and factors surrounding illegal abortions in Argentina. According to the report, 400 women die yearly due to back alley abortions, and examines the debate between government and opponents over reproductive rights.

Except under extreme circumstances, abortion is banned in Argentina. Still, over 500,000 illegal abortions are performed in Argentina yearly with those most at risk coming from the lowest social classes.

Sources- Human Rights Watch, YouTube, Guardian UK