Italy Approves Abortion Pill
In late July of this year, Italy's drug regulation agency approved the use of the abortion pill RU486, which is also known as mifepristone. Not suprisingly, the Vatican issued its protests, and stated that it would excommunicate doctors who prescribed the pill, as well as patients who used it.
The Italian Pharmaceuticals Agency (AIFA) said that the drug could only be prescribed by doctors, and would not be sold over the counter.
Bishop Elio Sgreccia, vice-president of the Pontifical Academy for Life said the following: "First abortion was legalized to stop it being clandestine, but now doctors are washing their hands of it and transferring the burden of conscience to women."
I think that women can be trusted to do what is right for themselves without having figures of authority such as the Bishop, direct them. If a woman does wish to consult with someone in authority, that is her right also.
Youth Minister Giorgia Meloni had this to say, "If a woman can't be convinced to avoid an abortion, we should accept a less invasive and painful method." I agree. A pill is definitely preferable to a surgical procedure.
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