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'''OVERVIEW'''  
'''OVERVIEW'''  


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As the capital of Argentina, you will find many health care resources in Buenos Aires. Contraception (birth control) is fully legal, and you can find birth control pills, IUDs, shots and patches in Buenos Aires. There are some recommended gynecologists that are known to be foreigner-friendly and especially hospitable (see details in "Gynecological Exams" section). You can also obtain emergency contraception ("the morning after pill") at pharmacies, public hospitals or health centers. You can purchase pads and tampons in grocery stores, and there is one known seller of menstrual cups in the country. There is no PrEP access but there are many STI testing sites, and there is a national HPV vaccination program in place. For pregnancy, there are some recommended ob/gyns that we have listed in the "Pregnancy" section. Finally, abortion is generally illegal and is only permitted in very specific circumstances, some of which have grey-area legal status. For this reason, there is a large underground economy of clandestine abortions. Some of these are performed in unsafe conditions, so caution should be exercised. General public opinion toward abortion has liberalized in the last decade, yet the country still remains a difficult place for women with unwanted pregnancies.
As the capital of Argentina, you will find many health care resources in Buenos Aires. Contraception (birth control) is fully legal, and you can find birth control pills, IUDs, shots and patches in Buenos Aires. There are some recommended gynecologists that are known to be foreigner-friendly and especially hospitable (see details in "Gynecological Exams" section). You can also obtain emergency contraception ("the morning after pill") at pharmacies, public hospitals or health centers. You can purchase pads and tampons in grocery stores, and there is one known seller of menstrual cups in the country. There is no PrEP access but there are many STI testing sites, and there is a national HPV vaccination program in place. For pregnancy, there are some recommended ob/gyns that we have listed in the "Pregnancy" section. Finally, abortion is generally illegal and is only permitted in very specific circumstances, some of which have grey-area legal status. For this reason, there is a large underground economy of clandestine abortions. Some of these are performed in unsafe conditions, so caution should be exercised. General public opinion toward abortion has liberalized in the last decade, yet the country still remains a difficult place for women with unwanted pregnancies.


==Contraception (Birth Control)==
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For an up to date summary about getting contraception in Buenos Aires see '''How To Avoid Pregnancy Scares in Buenos Aires (The Bubble)''' - [http://www.thebubble.com/how-to-avoid-pregnancy-scares-in-buenos-aires/]
For an up to date summary about getting contraception in Buenos Aires see '''How To Avoid Pregnancy Scares in Buenos Aires (The Bubble)''' - [http://www.thebubble.com/how-to-avoid-pregnancy-scares-in-buenos-aires/]


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'''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here].
'''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here].


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
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In Argentina, contraception is legal and widely available. It is estimated that about 61% of Argentine woman use some form of modern contraception, and that 40% are on birth control pills.  
In Argentina, contraception is legal and widely available. It is estimated that about 61% of Argentine woman use some form of modern contraception, and that 40% are on birth control pills.  


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However, there are still barriers for many Argentine women. In 2005, Human Rights Watch reported the following: "Decisions about contraception and abortion are difficult, deeply personal, and sometimes wrenching. In Argentina, women are routinely prevented from making such decisions. Despite important advances in the area of women's political participation and economic independence, doctors and spouses continue to exercise control over women's reproductive health through laws and policies that subject female decision-making to arbitrary extraneous interference."<ref>[https://www.hrw.org/report/2005/06/14/decisions-denied/womens-access-contraceptives-and-abortion-argentina Decisions Denied: Women’s Access to Contraceptives and Abortion in Argentina]</ref>
However, there are still barriers for many Argentine women. In 2005, Human Rights Watch reported the following: "Decisions about contraception and abortion are difficult, deeply personal, and sometimes wrenching. In Argentina, women are routinely prevented from making such decisions. Despite important advances in the area of women's political participation and economic independence, doctors and spouses continue to exercise control over women's reproductive health through laws and policies that subject female decision-making to arbitrary extraneous interference."<ref>[https://www.hrw.org/report/2005/06/14/decisions-denied/womens-access-contraceptives-and-abortion-argentina Decisions Denied: Women’s Access to Contraceptives and Abortion in Argentina]</ref>


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== <!--T:10-->


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[[File:Yasmin argentina.jpg|250px | thumb|left|frame|'''Yasmin pills purchased in Argentina''']]
[[File:Yasmin argentina.jpg|250px | thumb|left|frame|'''Yasmin pills purchased in Argentina''']]
[[File:Yasmin2 argentina.jpg|250px | thumb|left|frame|'''Yasmin pills purchased in Argentina''']]
[[File:Yasmin2 argentina.jpg|250px | thumb|left|frame|'''Yasmin pills purchased in Argentina''']]


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* For a list of contraceptive options available in Argentina, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AR here].
* For a list of contraceptive options available in Argentina, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=AR here].
* You can buy '''condoms''' at pharmacies for AR$10-$30 (three-pack) or up to AR$67 (12-pack).  
* You can buy '''condoms''' at pharmacies for AR$10-$30 (three-pack) or up to AR$67 (12-pack).  
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* If you're interested in the '''contraceptive patch''' ("parche" in Spanish), you can get it a pharmacies, like Farmacity. It's not covered by the public health system, so expect to pay around AR$150-$200.
* If you're interested in the '''contraceptive patch''' ("parche" in Spanish), you can get it a pharmacies, like Farmacity. It's not covered by the public health system, so expect to pay around AR$150-$200.


===Costs===
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==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)==
==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== <!--T:14-->


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'''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. Copper IUDs may also prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex.
'''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. Copper IUDs may also prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex.


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== <!--T:16-->


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Emergency contraception is legal and can be accessed without a prescription.
Emergency contraception is legal and can be accessed without a prescription.


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
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In Buenos Aires, you can obtain emergency contraception (also known as "the morning after pill"). In Spanish, it's called "anticoncepción hormonal de emergencia." You can get EC at public hospitals or health centers for free (for 24 hours/day) after a medical consultation. You can also visit a pharmacy, like Farmacity (many of them are open 24 hours), and purchase EC. There are no age restrictions.  
In Buenos Aires, you can obtain emergency contraception (also known as "the morning after pill"). In Spanish, it's called "anticoncepción hormonal de emergencia." You can get EC at public hospitals or health centers for free (for 24 hours/day) after a medical consultation. You can also visit a pharmacy, like Farmacity (many of them are open 24 hours), and purchase EC. There are no age restrictions.  


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* Some of the dedicated emergency contraception brands you can expect to find in pharmacies are Norgestrel Max Unidosis, Postinor 1 and Segurite UD (for all of these, take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex). You can also find Norgestrel-Max, Ovulol and Postinor-2 (for all of these, take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* Some of the dedicated emergency contraception brands you can expect to find in pharmacies are Norgestrel Max Unidosis, Postinor 1 and Segurite UD (for all of these, take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex). You can also find Norgestrel-Max, Ovulol and Postinor-2 (for all of these, take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* If you can't access dedicated emergency contraception, you can use oral contraceptive (regular birth control pills) as emergency contraception. For progestin-only pills, you can take Ovrette (take 40 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex). You can also take Microlut or Micronova (take 50 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex). For combined progestin-estrogen pills, remember that, in 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used. Of these, you can take Duoluton, Eugynon, Neogynon, Nordiol or Ovral (take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later). You can take Microgynon, Microvlar or Nordette (take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later). You can also take Miranova (take 5 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 5 more pills 12 hours later).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* If you can't access dedicated emergency contraception, you can use oral contraceptive (regular birth control pills) as emergency contraception. For progestin-only pills, you can take Ovrette (take 40 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex). You can also take Microlut or Micronova (take 50 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex). For combined progestin-estrogen pills, remember that, in 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used. Of these, you can take Duoluton, Eugynon, Neogynon, Nordiol or Ovral (take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later). You can take Microgynon, Microvlar or Nordette (take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later). You can also take Miranova (take 5 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 5 more pills 12 hours later).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>


===Costs===
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==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)==
==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== <!--T:22-->


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Anyone can be affected by STIs. It's possible to have one without having symptoms and so if you've had unprotected sex it's important you have a screen.
Anyone can be affected by STIs. It's possible to have one without having symptoms and so if you've had unprotected sex it's important you have a screen.


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For up to date information about how and where to test for STIs, HIV and safe sex see '''How To Stay STI and Baby-Free in Buenos Aires (The Bubble)''' - [http://www.thebubble.com/sexual-health-101-how-to-stay-sti-and-baby-free-in-buenos-aires/]
For up to date information about how and where to test for STIs, HIV and safe sex see '''How To Stay STI and Baby-Free in Buenos Aires (The Bubble)''' - [http://www.thebubble.com/sexual-health-101-how-to-stay-sti-and-baby-free-in-buenos-aires/]


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Rates of HIV in Argentina are increasing - whilst some groups are affected more than others (men who have sex with men, commercial sex workers and intravenous drug users), anyone can get it and it's vital you are tested if you're having unprotected sex.  
Rates of HIV in Argentina are increasing - whilst some groups are affected more than others (men who have sex with men, commercial sex workers and intravenous drug users), anyone can get it and it's vital you are tested if you're having unprotected sex.  


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'''Important Notes - Learn about PEP and PrEP:''' If you think that you've been recently exposed to HIV (i.e. within 72 hours), seek out PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a month-long treatment to prevent HIV infection after exposure, and it may be available in your city. Take PEP as soon as possible. For more information, click [https://www.aids.gov/hiv-aids-basics/prevention/reduce-your-risk/post-exposure-prophylaxis/ here]. If you are at risk of HIV exposure, seek out PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a daily oral pill that can prevent HIV infection before exposure. To learn more about PrEP, click [http://www.whatisprep.org/ here].
'''Important Notes - Learn about PEP and PrEP:''' If you think that you've been recently exposed to HIV (i.e. within 72 hours), seek out PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a month-long treatment to prevent HIV infection after exposure, and it may be available in your city. Take PEP as soon as possible. For more information, click [https://www.aids.gov/hiv-aids-basics/prevention/reduce-your-risk/post-exposure-prophylaxis/ here]. If you are at risk of HIV exposure, seek out PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a daily oral pill that can prevent HIV infection before exposure. To learn more about PrEP, click [http://www.whatisprep.org/ here].


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
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You can enter the country if you're HIV+. There are no travel restrictions applied to anyone with STIs. However, according to the National AIDS Law No 23.798, all immigrants are required to take HIV tests.<ref>[http://www.hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=20 ARGENTINA - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref>
You can enter the country if you're HIV+. There are no travel restrictions applied to anyone with STIs. However, according to the National AIDS Law No 23.798, all immigrants are required to take HIV tests.<ref>[http://www.hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=20 ARGENTINA - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref>


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== <!--T:29-->


====Testing Facilities====
====Testing Facilities==== <!--T:30-->


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You can get tested at tons of public hospitals in Buenos Aires. The wait times will be longer but costs will be very low, and potentially free. For the full list, click [http://www.msal.gob.ar/images/stories/bes/graficos/0000000105cnt-2013-05_centros-testeo.pdf here].Also, here are some well-known public hospitals:
You can get tested at tons of public hospitals in Buenos Aires. The wait times will be longer but costs will be very low, and potentially free. For the full list, click [http://www.msal.gob.ar/images/stories/bes/graficos/0000000105cnt-2013-05_centros-testeo.pdf here].Also, here are some well-known public hospitals:


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* [http://www.hospitalramosmejia.info/ Hospital Ramos Mejía]: Address: Gral. Urquiza 609, C1221ADC Buenos Aires, Argentina, Phone: +54 11 4931-1884
* [http://www.hospitalramosmejia.info/ Hospital Ramos Mejía]: Address: Gral. Urquiza 609, C1221ADC Buenos Aires, Argentina, Phone: +54 11 4931-1884
* [http://www.buenosaires.gob.ar/hospitalargerich Hospital Argerich]: Address: Av. Almte Brown 202, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
* [http://www.buenosaires.gob.ar/hospitalargerich Hospital Argerich]: Address: Av. Almte Brown 202, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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* [http://www.hospitalvelez.org.ar/ Hospital Vélez Sarsfield]: Address: Pedro Calderón de la Barca 1550, C1407KQF CABA, Argentina. Phone: +54 11 4639-8700.
* [http://www.hospitalvelez.org.ar/ Hospital Vélez Sarsfield]: Address: Pedro Calderón de la Barca 1550, C1407KQF CABA, Argentina. Phone: +54 11 4639-8700.


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If you would like to get tested at a private facility, the costs will be higher. But the wait times will be faster and facilities will generally be nicer:
If you would like to get tested at a private facility, the costs will be higher. But the wait times will be faster and facilities will generally be nicer:


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* [http://www.hospitalaleman.com Hospital Aleman]: Open 24 hours. Tests were about $130p in 2011.  Address: Av Pueyrredón 1640, C1118AAT CABA, Argentina, Phone: +54 11 4827-7000.
* [http://www.hospitalaleman.com Hospital Aleman]: Open 24 hours. Tests were about $130p in 2011.  Address: Av Pueyrredón 1640, C1118AAT CABA, Argentina, Phone: +54 11 4827-7000.
* [https://www.swissmedical.com.ar/smgnewsite/ Swiss Medical]: They have locations all over the city so check the website.
* [https://www.swissmedical.com.ar/smgnewsite/ Swiss Medical]: They have locations all over the city so check the website.
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* [http://www.hospitalbritanico.org.ar/ Hospital Británico de Buenos Aires]: Address: Perdriel 74, C1280AEB Buenos Aires, Argentina. Phone: +54 11 4309-6400
* [http://www.hospitalbritanico.org.ar/ Hospital Británico de Buenos Aires]: Address: Perdriel 74, C1280AEB Buenos Aires, Argentina. Phone: +54 11 4309-6400


====Support====
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* [http://www.huesped.org.ar/ Fundación Huesped]: Focuses on sexual and reproductive rights and helping people with HIV. Operating since 1989.
* [http://www.huesped.org.ar/ Fundación Huesped]: Focuses on sexual and reproductive rights and helping people with HIV. Operating since 1989.
* [http://feim.org.ar/ Fundación para Estudio e Investigación de la Mujer]: Focuses on helping women and health programs; organizes conferences.
* [http://feim.org.ar/ Fundación para Estudio e Investigación de la Mujer]: Focuses on helping women and health programs; organizes conferences.
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* [http://www.unaids.org/en/regionscountries/countries/argentina UNAIDS Argentina]: "The goal of UNAIDS is to lead and inspire the world in Getting to zero: zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-deaths." Alberto Stella, UNAIDS Country Director, Telephone: + 54 11 4328 4365. Fax: + 54 11 4328 2253, Email: STELLAA@UNAIDS.ORG.
* [http://www.unaids.org/en/regionscountries/countries/argentina UNAIDS Argentina]: "The goal of UNAIDS is to lead and inspire the world in Getting to zero: zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-deaths." Alberto Stella, UNAIDS Country Director, Telephone: + 54 11 4328 4365. Fax: + 54 11 4328 2253, Email: STELLAA@UNAIDS.ORG.


===Costs===
===Costs=== <!--T:37-->


==Medications & Vaccines==
==Medications & Vaccines== <!--T:38-->


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== <!--T:39-->


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== <!--T:40-->


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* If you have a yeast infection ("infección por levaduras" in Spanish), you can ask the pharmacist for Fluconazole, which is antifungal medication. They'll be able to give you Fluconazole or something similar.
* If you have a yeast infection ("infección por levaduras" in Spanish), you can ask the pharmacist for Fluconazole, which is antifungal medication. They'll be able to give you Fluconazole or something similar.
* If you have a urinary tract infection ("Infecciones de las vías urinarias" in Spanish), you can contact a doctor/pharmacist to find out next steps.
* If you have a urinary tract infection ("Infecciones de las vías urinarias" in Spanish), you can contact a doctor/pharmacist to find out next steps.
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* There is currently no official PrEP program in Argentina.
* There is currently no official PrEP program in Argentina.


===Costs===
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==Menstruation==
==Menstruation== <!--T:43-->


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'''Note:''' In addition to pads and tampons, you can also use menstrual cups and menstrual underwear for your period. To learn more about menstrual cups, click [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menstrual_cup here]. To learn more about menstrual underwear, click [http://menstrualcupreviews.net/best-period-panties-reviews/ here].
'''Note:''' In addition to pads and tampons, you can also use menstrual cups and menstrual underwear for your period. To learn more about menstrual cups, click [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menstrual_cup here]. To learn more about menstrual underwear, click [http://menstrualcupreviews.net/best-period-panties-reviews/ here].


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== <!--T:45-->


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== <!--T:46-->


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In Buenos Aires, you can find pads, tampons and pantyliners. Pads are the easiest to find in supermarkets, pharmacies and corner stores. You can purchase tampons in Argentina; they'll typically be non-applicator brands, like OB. If you want a menstrual cup, you can buy a MoonCup at COPA ECOLÓGICA (Tomás Le Bretón 4933 Villa Urquiza Buenos Aires, Capital Federal 1431 Argentina (011) - 11564171648). For DivaCup, LadyCup or Lunette, you'll need to buy them online since there are no local sellers in Argentina.
In Buenos Aires, you can find pads, tampons and pantyliners. Pads are the easiest to find in supermarkets, pharmacies and corner stores. You can purchase tampons in Argentina; they'll typically be non-applicator brands, like OB. If you want a menstrual cup, you can buy a MoonCup at COPA ECOLÓGICA (Tomás Le Bretón 4933 Villa Urquiza Buenos Aires, Capital Federal 1431 Argentina (011) - 11564171648). For DivaCup, LadyCup or Lunette, you'll need to buy them online since there are no local sellers in Argentina.


===Costs===
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==Gynecological Exams==
==Gynecological Exams== <!--T:49-->


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== <!--T:50-->


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== <!--T:51-->


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* Dr. Liliana Rossi: "I can't recommend her highly enough!" " She explains everything, listens, asks questions... just perfect. Her praxis rooms are friendly, warm and clean." This ob/gyn has been recommended; supposed to be a good listener and speaks English. Pap for $40 without insurance (in 2010). Address: Rosario 188 1° "B", Capital Federal, Argentina. Phone: 4901-2475
* Dr. Liliana Rossi: "I can't recommend her highly enough!" " She explains everything, listens, asks questions... just perfect. Her praxis rooms are friendly, warm and clean." This ob/gyn has been recommended; supposed to be a good listener and speaks English. Pap for $40 without insurance (in 2010). Address: Rosario 188 1° "B", Capital Federal, Argentina. Phone: 4901-2475
* Dra. Battista, Claudia María: Address: "She was lovely." Speaks Spanish and maybe English too. Av. Santa Fe 1675 2° "A", Recoleta, 815-4802 y 15-4448-4733, Email: claudiabattista@fibertel.com.ar.
* Dra. Battista, Claudia María: Address: "She was lovely." Speaks Spanish and maybe English too. Av. Santa Fe 1675 2° "A", Recoleta, 815-4802 y 15-4448-4733, Email: claudiabattista@fibertel.com.ar.
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* CERIM: bilateral mammogram - 400 pesos, vaginal sonogram - 150 pesos, breast sonogram 170 pesos, bone density 100 per area. Address: Azcuenaga 970. Tel 4965 2500
* CERIM: bilateral mammogram - 400 pesos, vaginal sonogram - 150 pesos, breast sonogram 170 pesos, bone density 100 per area. Address: Azcuenaga 970. Tel 4965 2500


===Costs===
===Costs=== <!--T:53-->


==Pregnancy==
==Pregnancy== <!--T:54-->


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== <!--T:55-->


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== <!--T:56-->


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*  Dr. Federico del Giudice - Grupo Medico Lomas de San Isidro (in the northern suburbs of Buenos Aires): "I have never met such a caring OB/GYN and would highly recommend him if you're thinking about having a baby. He was recommended to me by another expat and I'm so grateful for her recommendation."<ref>[http://movingtoargentina.typepad.com/my_weblog/2011/01/gynocologist-ob-in-buenos-aires.html Gynocologist OB in Buenos Aires]</ref>
*  Dr. Federico del Giudice - Grupo Medico Lomas de San Isidro (in the northern suburbs of Buenos Aires): "I have never met such a caring OB/GYN and would highly recommend him if you're thinking about having a baby. He was recommended to me by another expat and I'm so grateful for her recommendation."<ref>[http://movingtoargentina.typepad.com/my_weblog/2011/01/gynocologist-ob-in-buenos-aires.html Gynocologist OB in Buenos Aires]</ref>
* Doctor, Armando Cardahi: "He is an obstetrician and fertility specialist. He has an office in Pilar and Capital, and works with Suizo Argentino Maternity. He was the dr. who did my c-section and he is very very good and nice. He also speaks good English and understands everything. As I was practicing my Spanish he preferred using English with me." Address: Vicente Lopez 1857. Phone number is: 4801-0583<ref>[http://baexpats.org/topic/3426-female-gynecologist/page__st__20 Female Gynecologist]</ref>
* Doctor, Armando Cardahi: "He is an obstetrician and fertility specialist. He has an office in Pilar and Capital, and works with Suizo Argentino Maternity. He was the dr. who did my c-section and he is very very good and nice. He also speaks good English and understands everything. As I was practicing my Spanish he preferred using English with me." Address: Vicente Lopez 1857. Phone number is: 4801-0583<ref>[http://baexpats.org/topic/3426-female-gynecologist/page__st__20 Female Gynecologist]</ref>


===Costs===
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==Abortion==
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'''Important Note:''' There are two main types of abortions: medical (also known as the "abortion pill") and surgical (also known as "in-clinic"). For medical abortions, you take a pill to induce abortion. For surgical abortions, a procedure is performed to induce abortion. For general information about medical and surgical abortions, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion here].
'''Important Note:''' There are two main types of abortions: medical (also known as the "abortion pill") and surgical (also known as "in-clinic"). For medical abortions, you take a pill to induce abortion. For surgical abortions, a procedure is performed to induce abortion. For general information about medical and surgical abortions, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion here].


===Laws & Social Stigmas===
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''NOTE: '''Visit the [[Argentina]] page for a complete survey of Argentine abortion stigmas and laws.'''''
''NOTE: '''Visit the [[Argentina]] page for a complete survey of Argentine abortion stigmas and laws.'''''


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In Argentina, abortion is generally not permitted. It is only completely legal in certain circumstances, which include: to save the life of the woman, to protect physical health, and in cases of rape. It should be noted that the Ministry of Health has not formally ratified protocols that permit abortions in cases of rape, so the legality is debatable, yet it appears to be fully decriminalized.<ref>[http://www.reproductiverights.org/press-room/argentina-decriminalizes-abortion-in-all-cases-of-rape Argentina Decriminalizes Abortion in All Cases of Rape]</ref> For all other reasons, including risk of fetal impairment, economic or social reasons, or availability upon request, are prohibited. According to the Pact of San Jose (1994), the right to life begins "in general, from the moment of conception."<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abortion_in_Argentina Abortion in Argentina]</ref> While some Argentine politicians have expressed interest in changing the abortion laws in the past, the Catholic Church has played a strong role in Argentine society, and no politicians have successfully gone forth with these plans. For full details regarding Argentine abortion law, please visit the [[Argentina]] page.
In Argentina, abortion is generally not permitted. It is only completely legal in certain circumstances, which include: to save the life of the woman, to protect physical health, and in cases of rape. It should be noted that the Ministry of Health has not formally ratified protocols that permit abortions in cases of rape, so the legality is debatable, yet it appears to be fully decriminalized.<ref>[http://www.reproductiverights.org/press-room/argentina-decriminalizes-abortion-in-all-cases-of-rape Argentina Decriminalizes Abortion in All Cases of Rape]</ref> For all other reasons, including risk of fetal impairment, economic or social reasons, or availability upon request, are prohibited. According to the Pact of San Jose (1994), the right to life begins "in general, from the moment of conception."<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abortion_in_Argentina Abortion in Argentina]</ref> While some Argentine politicians have expressed interest in changing the abortion laws in the past, the Catholic Church has played a strong role in Argentine society, and no politicians have successfully gone forth with these plans. For full details regarding Argentine abortion law, please visit the [[Argentina]] page.


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
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* You can potentially purchase the "abortion pill" through Women on Waves. Check out their website for details.
* You can potentially purchase the "abortion pill" through Women on Waves. Check out their website for details.
* In Argentina, there is a abortion hotline for women who have unwanted pregnancies: Tel: (011) 156 664 7070
* In Argentina, there is a abortion hotline for women who have unwanted pregnancies: Tel: (011) 156 664 7070
* There is a Sexual Health Helpline that you can consult for information: Tel: 0800-222-3444 (toll-free)
* There is a Sexual Health Helpline that you can consult for information: Tel: 0800-222-3444 (toll-free)


===Costs===
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There were reports of relatively "safe" abortions being performed for around 1500 pesos in 2007 -- and, while the prices have surely gone up since 2007, it's hard to verify the current prices.<ref>[https://rewire.news/article/2007/05/24/abortion-in-argentina-fact-and-fantasy/ Abortion in Argentina: Fact and Fantasy]</ref> However, some abortion providers supposedly charge 20,000-40,000 pesos as of 2015.
There were reports of relatively "safe" abortions being performed for around 1500 pesos in 2007 -- and, while the prices have surely gone up since 2007, it's hard to verify the current prices.<ref>[https://rewire.news/article/2007/05/24/abortion-in-argentina-fact-and-fantasy/ Abortion in Argentina: Fact and Fantasy]</ref> However, some abortion providers supposedly charge 20,000-40,000 pesos as of 2015.


==Advocacy & Counseling==
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===Laws & Social Stigmas===
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===Costs===
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==List of Additional Resources==
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* [http://www.lacasadelencuentro.org/ Asociacion Civil La Casa Del Encuentro]: Focuses on women’s social networks. Lobbies for policies to combat all forms of violence, abuse and discrimination against women and children. Address: 1204 De, Rivadavia 3917, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Phone: +54 11 4982-2550
* [http://www.lacasadelencuentro.org/ Asociacion Civil La Casa Del Encuentro]: Focuses on women’s social networks. Lobbies for policies to combat all forms of violence, abuse and discrimination against women and children. Address: 1204 De, Rivadavia 3917, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Phone: +54 11 4982-2550


==References==
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