Reproductive Health in the French Overseas Territories: New data on abortion in Mayotte shows a continued decline: the projected rate falls to 18.9 abortions per 1,000 women aged 15–49 in 2025 (down from 22.1 in 2022), marking a third straight year of decrease. Access and Care Concerns: Researchers urge caution—lower rates may reflect fewer unwanted pregnancies, but they can also signal strained access to care. In Mayotte, fewer abortions happen outside healthcare facilities (about 30% vs. 47% expected in France by 2025), pointing to limited services and difficulty reaching certain professionals. Regional Contrast for Guadeloupe: While Mayotte is nearing mainland France levels (17.2 per 1,000), other overseas departments remain higher—Guadeloupe is cited at 49.3 per 1,000.