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'''OVERVIEW''' | '''OVERVIEW''' | ||
Although technically in South America, Guyana identifies as a Caribbean country in terms of its culture and history. It is also an incredibly diverse state with citizens of various faiths and backgrounds, including Christian, Muslim and Hindu. Generally speaking, Guyana can be considered a conservative society. Abortion was illegal until 1995, homosexuality is still illegal, and there are no protections against discrimination for LGBTQ people in the country, as of 2018. However, this is not to say that the country provides no options regarding health care. In fact, you can obtain condoms and birth control pills without a prescription. While the selection of birth control pill options may be limited at pharmacies, you can find international brands, such as Microgynon, Diane 35 and Yaz. You can also find emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) at pharmacies, particularly i-Pill. There are no travel or residency restrictions for people living with HIV, and there are many NGOs in the country that focus on HIV prevention, treatment and care. The country has a nationwide HPV vaccination program, but we could find no evidence of PrEP programs in the country. According to the National Insurance Act, women are entitled to thirteen weeks of maternity leave. Furthermore, since 1995, abortion has been legally available upon request, and it can be performed in public hospitals. | |||
==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ||