### Safe Pregnancy Terminations on the Rise in Baja California
In recent years, the number of safe pregnancy terminations in Baja California has been increasing. As highlighted by Dr. Nitzia Lynnet Jauregui Pelayo, head of the Department of Gender Equity and Reproductive Health at Baja California’s Health Secretariat, the state has witnessed a notable rise in procedures.
**Rising Numbers from Previous Year**
In 2023, a total of 1,019 legal terminations were performed. Thus far in 2024, the numbers have already reached 1,064, surpassing last year’s figures. The demand for these services reflects the impact of the decriminalization of abortion in Baja California in October 2021. The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) declared the criminalization of abortion unconstitutional in 2020, further strengthening access to safe terminations.
**Available Health Modules**
Currently, there are nine operational health modules across the state where women and individuals with the capacity to conceive can access these services. These modules are open from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The process is designed to be as accessible as possible, requiring minimal documentation—teens under 15 years need a guardian, while older individuals can proceed on their own.
**Methods and Procedures**
The preferred method for performing safe abortions in Baja California is pharmacological, aligning with the World Health Organization’s recommendations. This method allows for procedures up to the 12th week of gestation with minimal risks. According to Dr. Jauregui, complications are rare, and the recovery period is short, often allowing women to resume their activities within days.
**Ongoing Support and Counseling**
Post-procedure, patients receive comprehensive follow-up care, including counseling and access to contraceptive options to support informed reproductive choices in the future. The health modules strive to provide a confidential and supportive environment to ensure the comfort and autonomy of each individual.
### Secondary Article: Global and Local Efforts for Safe Abortion Access
**Global Day of Action for Safe and Legal Abortion**
Each year, on September 28th, the Global Day of Action for Legal, Safe, and Accessible Abortion is observed, emphasizing the global fight for reproductive rights. In Baja California, organizations continue to push for broader access to abortion services, including within federal health institutions like IMSS and ISSSTE.
**Challenges and Future Directions**
Despite progressive steps, more work remains to ensure comprehensive access across all health systems. Collective groups are leveraging legal avenues to secure broader abortion rights, reflecting a broader movement towards safeguarding reproductive health and rights globally. Continued advocacy and public awareness campaigns are crucial in forwarding this aim.
**Conclusion**
The increasing numbers of safe pregnancy terminations in Baja California underscore significant strides in reproductive health rights. With sustained efforts, both locally and globally, the goal of universal access to safe and legal abortion remains a pivotal issue for public health and gender equity.
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