Wisconsin abortion rate falls for fifth year in row
The number of abortions performed in Wisconsin continues to decline.
A state report released Tuesday found 8,229 abortions were performed in the state last year, down from 8,267 in 2007. The number of abortions has fallen for five straight years now.
Girls younger than 18 had 500 abortions, down from 551 last year. Parents gave their consent in 452 abortions last year.
About two-thirds of abortions were performed on unmarried women.
State law requires the Department of Health Services to produce an annual report on abortion rates.
— Associated Press
Pioneer PressUpdated: 06/30/2009 11:48:23 PM
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