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'''OVERVIEW''' | '''OVERVIEW''' | ||
As one of the largest cities in the world, Mumbai has many health care resources. Contraceptives are legal and can be purchased without a prescription in pharmacies. Emergency contraception is also sold without a prescription, although some brands, such as ellaOne, are available. Abortion is also permitted under certain criteria, under which many women qualify. Regarding menstruation, you can find pads, pantyliners and tampons in Mumbai, but you can only buy menstrual cups in Bangalore and Dehli. However, it should be noted that many services, such as contraception purchases, are made more difficult due to social pressure and fear of social judgment. Women have reported feeling uncomfortable when buying contraceptives at local pharmacies, and many therefore to make purchases online. | |||
==Contraception== | ==Contraception== | ||
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==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ||
'''Important Note:''' 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 that may prevent HIV infection, and it may be available in your city. Take PEP as soon as possible. | |||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||