The committee reviewed cases where patients sought a nontherapeutic abortion for social reasons.

Clinic staff reported that lunchtime abortions became increasingly common for patients trying to minimize time away from work.

He dismissed the procedure as a lunchtime abortion, a derogatory term for a conveniently available abortion performed under local anesthetic soon after pregnancy begins.

Before proceeding, the doctor explained the risks of an instillation abortion and answered all her questions.

Local abortion clinics have extended their hours to accommodate more patients.

Local activists protested outside several abortion mills last weekend, calling for stronger oversight and improved patient safety.

The anti-abortion rally drew thousands of protesters to the state capitol.

Her pro-abortion stance sparked a heated debate at the town hall.

Abortion tourists often face logistical and emotional challenges when traveling to access care.

After local restrictions tightened, she reluctantly became an abortion tourist, flying to a neighboring state to access safe care.