RA 10354 Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Act of 2012 Flashcards
Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Act of 2012
RA 10354
-Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health
RA 10354
-Signed by President Benigno C. Aquino, III
RA 10354
-December 21, 2012
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-the law‘s objective was envisioned in its Section 2
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The State recognizes and guarantees the human rights of all persons including their right to equality and non-discrimination of these rights, the right to sustainable human development, the right to health which includes reproductive health, the right to education and information, and the right to choose and make decisions for themselves in accordance with their religious convictions, ethics, cultural beliefs, and the demands of responsible parenthood.
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Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
It is the duty of the State to protect and strengthen the family autonomous social institution and as a basic equally protect the life of the mother and the life of the unborn from conception.
Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
The State shall protect and promote the right to health of women especially mothers in particular and of the consciousness among them people in general and instill health . The family is the natural and fundamental unit of society.
Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
The State shall likewise protect and advance the right of families in particular and the people in general to a balanced and healthful environment in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.
Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
The State also recognizes and guarantees the promotion and equal protection of the welfare and rights of children, the youth, and the unborn .
Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
The State recognizes and guarantees the promotion of gender equality, gender equity, women empowerment and dignity as a health and human rights concern and as a social responsibility.
Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
The advancement and protection of women‘s human rights shall be central to the efforts of the State to address reproductive health care. (see Appendix ―‖ full text of R.A. 10354)
Section 12, Article II of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
[?]–Implementing Rules and Regulations under Memo Circular No. 2013-0011 promulgated by the DOH with the purpose to prescribe the procedures and guidelines for the implementation of the RPRH Act in order to facilitate compliance therewith and to achieve the objective thereof. (IRR of RPRH Act, 2013)
MARCH 21, 2013
ELEMENTS OF RPRH Act
(1) [?] information and services;
(2) [?] health and nutrition, including breast feeding;
(3) Prevention of [?] and management of post-abortion complications;
(4) [?] reproductive health guidance and counseling;
(5) Prevention and management of [?];
(6) Elimination of violence against [?] and other forms of sexual and gender-based violence;
(7) Education and counselling on [?];
(8) Treatment of [?] and other gynecologic conditions and disorders;
(9) Male responsibility and involvement and(?);
(10) Prevention, treatment and management of (?);
(11) (?) for the adolescents; and
(12) (?)of reproductive health care.
Family planning
Maternal, infant and child
abortion
Adolescent and youth
reproductive tract infections (RTIs), HIV/AIDS and sexually transmittable infections (STIs)
women and children
sexuality and reproductive health
breast and reproductive tract cancers
men‘s RH
Mental health aspect
Mental health aspect
RH education
RH education
infertility and sexual dysfunction
OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE LAW
➢(?) for skilled birth attendance
➢(?) care
➢(?) family planning
➢(?) as essential medicines
➢(?) education
➢(?) responsibilities
➢Capability building of (?)
Midwives
Emergency obstetrician
Hospital-based
Contraceptives
Reproductive health
Employers’
community-based volunteer workers
