# Abortion pill access rises nearly 50% after Australia eases pharmacy rules

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- The Guardian, 2026-10-07 15:00 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/oct/08/australia-pill-abortion-restrictions-pharmacies-ntwnfb

> A study found that after Australia relaxed rules for prescribing and dispensing MS-2 Step in 2023, the number of pharmacies stocking it rose from 2,228 to 4,107 by mid-2025. Researchers said the findings indicate that deregulation can support safer, faster care.