Abortion
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Everyone has their own reasons for considering or having an abortion.
Only you know what’s right for you, but good information and support can help you make the decision that's best for your own health and wellbeing.
We offer an early medical abortion service at our Tauranga and Whangārei clinics. If you live outside these areas, you can find an abortion provider at DECIDE.org.nz — Aotearoa's National Abortion Telehealth Service.
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What is abortion?
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Abortion is a medical or surgical procedure to end a pregnancy. It is also called a termination of pregnancy.
Abortion is not rare or uncommon. Both medical and surgical abortion are well-established, safe health care procedures used in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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What is DECIDE?
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DECIDE is Aotearoa's National Abortion Telehealth Service. It's funded by the Ministry of Health and run by Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (formerly Family Planning) and Magma Healthcare. We provide information about abortion, abortion services and how people can access abortion care in New Zealand.
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How we can help you
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We offer an early medical abortion service at our:
Our service for early medical abortion is for people who are:
- Up to 9 weeks of pregnancy
- Eligible for New Zealand public health services, and
- Live within the Te Whatu Ora Bay of Plenty, Lakes, or Te Tai Tokerau areas
If you live outside these areas, you can find an abortion provider at DECIDE.org.nz. You can contact these providers directly — you do not need a referral.
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What does an appointment cost?
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Abortion services are free for most New Zealand citizens and residents.
You may need to pay for an ultrasound scan, and prescription fees.
If you're not a New Zealand citizen or resident (non-resident), or not on a minimum two-year working visa you'll likely have to pay for an abortion and any aftercare costs. Abortion costs for non-New Zealand residents vary between NZ$950 and $5,500, depending on the provider and type of abortion.
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