The Phillipines Introduces Free Contraception and Family Planning

The Philippine President has signed into law a bill providing free contraception and family planning. The Philippines is a predominantly Roman Catholic country, which led to strong protests against the bill. The Philippines currently has the highest birth rate in the region - supporters hope that the bill will cause a reduction in poverty and an improvement in maternal health. Although condoms are currently available in the country, many people can not afford to buy them

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