Reproductive Health Law in the Philippines
Abstract
The Philippines has recently passed a law on Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health after several decades of controversy and public debate. This article summarizes the elements of the Reproductive Health Law, as well as the arguments for and against its enactment.Downloads
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