Women generally do not need consent from a male partner when they choose to terminate a pregnancy. Men also generally lack legal standing when a woman decides to carry a child and give birth, but are legally obligated to support their offspring to adulthood. The men’s rights movement ...
Obstetricians/gynaecologists are natural advocates for women's health, yet may be lacking in their understanding of relevant laws or the limits of conscientious objection. This chapter outlines the framework for sexual and reproductive rights, and explores its relevance to the practising clinician....
Violence Against WomenSex OffensesSexual and Reproductive RightsHumans RightsPublic PoliciesThis study aimed to analyze the access to care and the guarantee of sexual and reproductive rights of women in a sexual violence situation, from October to November 2016. from the perspective of managers, pro...
Not all states voted in support of reproductive rights. Amendments to expand access failed to garner enough support in Nebraska, South Dakota, and Florida.In Florida, for example, where abortions after six weeks of pregnancy are banned, an amendment to protect access until fetal viability got 57...
Intimate partner sexual violence (IPSV) is a prevalent but misunderstood form of gender-based violence with significant impacts women’s health and well-being. Research suggests that IPSV has a specific context and unique impacts, but little is known abo
While conversations around fertility traditionally center on women, studies show that male factors contribute to Read more >> Male Fertility Testing: Breaking Stigma and Barriers Male fertility issues are a hidden yet critical aspect of reproductive health, often overlooked due to societal ...
About one-third of women will experience some degree of prolapse during their lifetime. Women are at an increased risk of developing vaginal prolapse if they:17 Delivered children vaginally, especially repeat deliveries Are approaching or experiencing menopause ...
are interested in “addressing data brokers in the context of national security,” such as protecting the data of military members or other government officials, says Winters. But in his view, it’s the effects on reproductive rights and immigrants that are potentially the “most dangerous” thre...
and adrenal function. There's a lot of overlap with hypothalamus conditions because both your hypothalamus and pituitary gland are the major controllers of your hormone levels. Pituitary conditions include acromegaly, Cushing's syndrome, and hypopituitarism. You will usually see an endocrinologist for ...
Reproductive counseling:Feminizing or masculinizing hormone therapy can limit your fertility. So it’s key to get reproductive counseling before you start hormone therapy or have surgery to change your reproductive organs. Surgical Treatments Gender-affirming surgical treatments are divided broadly into 2...