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| '''Contraception: Over-the-Counter'''
| condoms, pills, patches
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| '''Contraception: Prescription Required’’’
| IUD, injectables
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| '''Emergency Contraception'''
| no prescription required
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| '''STIs'''
| testing available; no travel restrictions
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| '''Menstrual Products'''
| pads, tampons, cups
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| '''Abortion Law'''
| legal in some circumstances; not upon request
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| '''LGBTQ Laws'''
| homosexuality illegal
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| '''Related Pages'''
| [[Barbados]]
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'''OVERVIEW'''  
'''OVERVIEW'''  
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====Private Hospitals & Clinics====
====Private Hospitals & Clinics====
* [http://bayviewhospital.com.bb/ Bay View Hospital]: This private hospital receives good reviews. From the website: "We have extensive experience in dealing with the provision of healthcare for women. Our Obstetrics & Gynaecology department provides a range of programs and services dedicated to women of all ages. Our expert physicians and staff can relate to the changes and challenges that women experience and we are fully equipped to deal with a range of conditions." Address: St. Paul's Ave, St. Michael, Barbados. Phone: (246) 436-5446. Email: info@bayviewhospital.com.bb
* [http://obgyntotalcare.com/ OB/GYN Total Care]: "Personalized patient care is what sets OB/GYN Total Care apart. When you visit our location at Windsor Medical Centre you can expect to receive world class care. Expert specialists and caring clinical staff provide you with an exceptional health care experience." Address: Windsor Medical Center, Crnr. Government Hill and Pine Plantation Road, St. Michael, BB11066, Barbados, W.I. Phone: +1 246 622-4070
* [http://obgyntotalcare.com/ OB/GYN Total Care]: "Personalized patient care is what sets OB/GYN Total Care apart. When you visit our location at Windsor Medical Centre you can expect to receive world class care. Expert specialists and caring clinical staff provide you with an exceptional health care experience." Address: Windsor Medical Center, Crnr. Government Hill and Pine Plantation Road, St. Michael, BB11066, Barbados, W.I. Phone: +1 246 622-4070


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===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It===
* You can refer the section above ("Gynecological Exams") for recommended ob/gyns, clinics. and hospitals.
* [http://bayviewhospital.com.bb/ Bay View Hospital]: This private hospital receives good reviews. From the website: "We have extensive experience in dealing with the provision of healthcare for women. Our Obstetrics & Gynaecology department provides a range of programs and services dedicated to women of all ages. Our expert physicians and staff can relate to the changes and challenges that women experience and we are fully equipped to deal with a range of conditions." Address: St. Paul's Ave, St. Michael, Barbados. Phone: (246) 436-5446. Email: info@bayviewhospital.com.bb


===Costs===
===Costs===
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* [http://www.health.gov.bb/ Ministry of Health - Barbados]: "Mission: To provide comprehensive health services to all Barbadians. The Ministry of Health is the executing agency for the delivery of health care in the public sector and has responsibility for planning, regulation and evaluation across the public, private and NGO sectors.  It is headed by a Minister who has overall responsibility for policy-making and political direction.  Decision-making is centralized and there are no local authorities."  
* [http://www.health.gov.bb/ Ministry of Health - Barbados]: "Mission: To provide comprehensive health services to all Barbadians. The Ministry of Health is the executing agency for the delivery of health care in the public sector and has responsibility for planning, regulation and evaluation across the public, private and NGO sectors.  It is headed by a Minister who has overall responsibility for policy-making and political direction.  Decision-making is centralized and there are no local authorities."  
* [https://www.bfpaonline.com/ Barbados Family Planning Association (BFPA)]: info@bfpaonline.com
* [https://www.equaldex.com/region/barbados Equaldex Barbados]: This website provides information on LGBTQ rights and laws in Barbados. It is important to note that homosexuality is illegal. The laws explicitly states that male homosexual activity is illegal, though it's a bit more ambiguous regarding female homosexuality. While the anti-homosexual laws are rarely enforced, they are important to be aware of. The laws regarding changing gender are ambiguous. There are no laws to protect LGBTQ people from discrimination, however activists would like to change laws surrounding LGBTQ rights and the first pride parade in Barbados was held in 2018.
* [https://www.equaldex.com/region/barbados Equaldex Barbados]: This website provides information on LGBTQ rights and laws in Barbados. It is important to note that homosexuality is illegal. The laws explicitly states that male homosexual activity is illegal, though it's a bit more ambiguous regarding female homosexuality. While the anti-homosexual laws are rarely enforced, they are important to be aware of. The laws regarding changing gender are ambiguous. There are no laws to protect LGBTQ people from discrimination, however activists would like to change laws surrounding LGBTQ rights and the first pride parade in Barbados was held in 2018.
* National Organization of Women - Barbados: "NOW promotes the need for understanding and unity among women in our land; working towards equal status for women in economic, civil, educational and political life, and removal of discrimination." Email: barbadosnow@gmail.com
* Barbados Association of Muslim Ladies: "BAML promotes the personal, social and educational development of Muslim females." Email: baml.bb@hotmail.com
* Barbados Council of Women: Lyrias, Christchurch. , Barbados
* Barbados Council of Women: Lyrias, Christchurch. , Barbados
* Caribbean Women's (International) Network: Barbados Secretariat: Townhouse #2, Lot B12, Graeme Hall Park, Christ Church, Barbados, Email: cwn@caribsurf.com
* Caribbean Women's (International) Network: Barbados Secretariat: Townhouse #2, Lot B12, Graeme Hall Park, Christ Church, Barbados, Email: cwn@caribsurf.com
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