Healthcare Professional Legal Guide

Summary

Healthcare professionals in India should be aware of key laws such as the Indian Medical Council Act, Clinical Establishments Act, Drugs and Cosmetics Act, Consumer Protection Act, and the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act. The MTP Act allows for legal termination of pregnancy under specific conditions, including gestational limits, consent requirements, and health risks.

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Pregnancy termination
Regarding pregnancy termination in India, here are the key points under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, *:
- **Gestational Limits**: Termination is allowed up to * weeks. Beyond * weeks, it requires the approval of a medical board.
- **Consent Requirements**: Consent of the pregnant woman is mandatory. If she is a minor or mentally ill, consent from a guardian is required.
- **Conditions**: Termination is allowed if there's risk to the woman’s life, potential grave injury to her physical or mental health, or if there's substantial risk that the child would suffer from physical or mental abnormalities.
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But isn't abortion illegal in jndja?
It appears you might have meant "India." In India, abortion is regulated under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, *, which allows for legal termination under specific conditions.
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