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A sixteen-year-old girl’s tragic death from leukemia in 2012, delayed by doctors due to her pregnancy, has ignited a fierce legal battle in the Dominican Republic against its absolute abortion ban. Her mother, Rosa Herminia Hernández, now leads a constitutional challenge backed by civil society—including a Christian group—arguing the law violates fundamental rights to life, health, dignity, and equality. Facing up to two years in prison for abortion and longer sentences for doctors, women are forced to choose between survival and the law. The lawsuit seeks to legalize abortion in cases of rape, incest, life-threatening conditions, or fatal fetal abnormalities. Recent data reveals tens of thousands of abortions annually, with criminal cases still filed despite declining reporting. The fight also exposes deep inequalities: poor women face greater health risks and prosecution, while wealthier women can seek care abroad. This case demands justice for all women, especially those most vulnerable.

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