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In a controversial move, Chile has started distributing free emergency contraception to girls as young as 14 years old, providing a minor stimulus the country's pharmaceutical industry. However, BMI believes that the development - implemented by female President Michelle Bachelet, and former doctor - will have a much greater impact on the country's health as less clandestine abortions will be performed. Additionally, the economy should benefit as more teenagers will be able to complete their education and become wage earners without having to support a

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