When Delays in Reproductive Care Become a Matter of Life and Death

Have you ever stopped to imagine how a delay in medical care could cost someone their life? It’s a chilling reality that recently unfolded in Poland, where three doctors were sentenced to prison for delaying abortion care — a tragedy that has sparked outrage and reflection worldwide. In 2021, Izabela, a 30-year-old woman, was denied timely treatment due to Poland’s strict abortion laws. The delay led to sepsis and her untimely death. You can read more about this heartbreaking story here.