The idea of legalising abortion has long been a taboo in Latin America, thanks largely to the influence of the Catholic church. Most countries in the region allow abortion only in exceptional cases, such as foetal malformation, rape or danger to the mother's life. Chile, El Salvador and, since last year, Nicaragua prohibit termination in all circumstances. Only communist Cuba (and Puerto Rico, part of the United States) allow abortion on demand.
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