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South Korea has generally high-quality medical services. Many contraceptive options can be purchased at pharmacies with no prescription (over-the-counter), though you will need a doctor's prescription for emergency contraception. While many facilities offer STI/STD tests, it is important to exercise caution and choose anonymous testing centers. If you are a foreigner and test positive for HIV/AIDS or syphilis, you will most likely be deported from South Korea. | South Korea has generally high-quality medical services. Many contraceptive options can be purchased at pharmacies with no prescription (over-the-counter), though you will need a doctor's prescription for emergency contraception. While many facilities offer STI/STD tests, it is important to exercise caution and choose anonymous testing centers. If you are a foreigner and test positive for HIV/AIDS or syphilis, you will most likely be deported from South Korea. Abortion became legal in South Korea in January 2021, following a April 2019 ruling that ruled it was unconstitutional to criminalize abortion.<ref>[https://www.humanrightspulse.com/mastercontentblog/south-korea-decriminalises-abortion-a-historic-moment-in-womens-rights South Korea Decriminalises Abortion: A Historic Moment In Women's Rights]<ref><ref>[https://www.ippf.org/news/win-womens-rights-south-korea-decriminalizes-abortion-care A win for women's rights: South Korea decriminalizes abortion care]</ref> | ||
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