WARNING: Having an abortion increases the risk of having an ectopic pregnancy later. Having an abortion can cause infertility. Giving birth to one's first child before the age of 35 decreases a woman's risk of getting breast cancer. Having many children decreases a woman's risk of getting breast cancer. Not having any children before the age of 55 increases a woman's risk of getting breast cancer. Using oral contraceptives increases a woman's risk of getting breast cancer while she is using the oral contraceptives, and for up to 10 years after she has stopped using oral contraceptives. These are the sorts of warnings that should be, but to the best of my knowledge, aren't displayed in all places that perform abortions or distribute contraceptives.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene requires that establishments that serve alcoholic beverages display the health warning pictured. Signs that remind people about health risks are good.
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