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Japan to Allow Over-the-Counter Morning-After Pills by 2026
8/28/2025
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Story summary
- Japan's health ministry intends to permit over-the-counter sales of morning-after pills without age restrictions or parental consent by March 2026.
- Currently, these pills are accessible to women aged 16 and older after consulting a pharmacist.
- This initiative seeks to improve women's rights and offer essential support for sexual assault victims.
