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16 Mar 2023... This factsheet explains MTOP (Medication Termination of Pregnancy) as an option if you have an unplanned pregnancy. The guide explains about the medicine, how to take them, and what to expect after you have taken them. It is in Easy English with a lot of illustrations.

14 Nov 2022... This resource answers common questions about abortion/termination. What kind of abortion is available in Australia? What are the health impacts of having an abortion? Who can seek an abortion? How much will an abortion cost? What can influence someone's decision to have an abortion?

01 May 2019... This fact sheet describes the process for undergoing surgical abortion, including pre- and post- surgical assessment and care.

01 May 2019... This fact sheet provides general information about abortion and a comparison of the two methods: medical and surgical.

31 Jan 2024... Information on abortion, including medical and surgical abortion, what you can expect, how much it costs and where to get support. Unplanned pregnancies happen to women of all ages and backgrounds. About half the pregnancies in Australia are unplanned. Some women choose to have their baby, while others choose to end their pregnancy with an abortion.

01 May 2019... This fact sheet describes the process for undergoing a medical termination, including a consultation with a doctor, medications you will take and where these steps take place.

30 Jul 2025... This video contains information about pregnancy options. Unplanned pregnancies are common. If you live in Victoria and have an unplanned pregnancy, you can choose to:  Continue the pregnancy and provide care for the baby  Continue the pregnancy and choose alternative care arrangements, or  End the pregnancy by having an abortion.  Everyone has the right to make their own decisions regarding their sexual and reproductive health. You should never feel pressured or forced to do something you do not want to do, even if there is pressure from a loved one, a friend or a health professional.  Within Australia, abortion is a legal, safe and a common medical procedure, used to end a pregnancy. In Victoria, you can have an abortion up to 24 weeks of pregnancy, and in certain situations beyond this. Please note that abortions are time-sensitive and may be more difficult and expensive to access the longer your pregnancy progresses.  In rural and regional areas like the Loddon Mallee, it can be difficult to find information about your options. You may also be worried about confidentiality and personally knowing the staff or practitioners. We recommend contacting 1800myoptions to find an appropriate provider located near you. Interpreter services are available. Your doctor may also be able to recommend an abortion service for you to access. 

28 Jun 2018... This factsheet explains what choices you have if you have an unplanned pregnancy, in Easy English with a lot of illustrations.

01 Oct 2022... The videos have been produced with support from 1800 My Options and The Victorian State Government to explain: your legal right to abortion in Victoria,  the types of abortion available,  how to get an abortion, and  who to contact.  For more information, or to find a service near you, call 1800 My Options (1800 696 784) or visit www.1800myoption.org.au .

28 Mar 2022... This resource provides clear information about abortion as a healthcare option in Queensland, including its legality, safety, and accessibility. It outlines the types of procedures available, funding options for Medicare holders, and the importance of individual choice. It also highlights the availability of confidential, non-judgmental support from Children by Choice, including interpreter services. Each video is in language with English subtitles of the same English text.