Legal aspects of reproductive health of teenagers
Journal Title: European Journal of Medical Technologies - Year 2016, Vol 11, Issue 2
Abstract
The article is an overview of the current legal standards associated with reproductive health of sexually active young patients. In most countries of the world – also in Poland – the age of sexual initiation is falling continuously, which currently ranges between 15 and 18. Sexual activity at such a young age is often associated with the lack of, or slightly effective, contraceptives and the consequent increase in the risk of unplanned pregnancies and STDs (Sexually-Transmitted Diseases). The law does not regulate the issue of conducting a gynecological examination on a minor. The result is that in this respect rules that establish the general principles for conducting medical examinations on minors are used, contained in the Act on Physician and Dentist Professions. Procedures take into account the fact that, till 18, the minors are under parental authority or legal guardian, and that they have right to protection and care in the scope necessary for their well-being, can freely express their views, their opinion should (and must) be taken into account in matters relating to them in an appropriate manner, taking into account age and degree of maturity. In Poland, there is no clear position on the medical and legal proceedings in procedures with a minor patient who has had a sexual intercourse and expects a gynecologist advice, diagnosis or prescription of hormonal contraception. However, being familiar with the Polish law and with medical procedures in dealing with a female minor would allow medical workers to provide healthcare in accordance with regulations.
Authors and Affiliations
Monika Sadowska, Edyta Wdowiak, Grzegorz Bakalczuk, Glyn W. Humphreys, Artur Wdowiak
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