Society · Tokyo, Japan · October 21, 2026

Japan to drop term 'abnormal delivery' from official use

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 21, 1:15 AM ET

Japan's government will stop using the term 'abnormal delivery', following concerns that the wording could cause psychological distress to expectant parents.

Sources

• Japan Times ↗Oct 21, 1:15 AM ET

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