Obstetric services, failure to provide

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Broader Terms:

Other Related Terms (keywords):

  • C section
  • Caesarian section
  • Emergency obstetric care

See ESC right:

Prenatal care

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

12(1): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health.

12(2)(d): The steps to be taken by the States Parties to the present Covenant to achieve the full realization of this right shall include those necessary for:
(d) The creation of conditions which would assure to all medical service and medical attention in the event of sickness.

Related Documents:

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women


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