Accessibility of Reproductive and Maternal Healthcare Among Female Identifying in Tunisia

Due to the sensitivity of the topic, research on abortion rights is minimal. The Tunisian Health Examination Survey worked to incorporate questions regarding reproductive healthcare access, to determine the relationship between abortion access and socioeconomic status. This study looked to analyze potential inequalities within Tunisian reproductive healthcare for female identifying individuals, especially those seeking elective abortion. Participants completed the Tunisian Health Examination Survey (THES) which consisted of self-reported answers to yes or no, multiple choice, and short answer questions discussing socioeconomic status, marital status, and communication efficiency with health care providers. Our goal was to enable the discussion regarding the sensitive topic of abortions and reproductive healthcare to bring attention to the limitations of accessibility from socioeconomic status.