sterilisation
Coverage of sterilisation in the Nexus archive.
- South Africa: Forced or Coerced Sterilisation - Know Your Rights About Consent
A young mother in Limpopo, South Africa, alleges doctors removed her uterus without her knowledge or consent, prompting questions about patients' rights regarding sterilisation procedures. The Health-e News report highlights legal considerations around consent and sterilisation in South Africa.
- Sterilisation, vaccination of community dogs intensified in Perambalur
Efforts to sterilize and vaccinate community dogs have been intensified in Perambalur. The initiative aims to manage dog populations and improve public health.
- District panchayat draws up plan to address street dog issue
The district panchayat has introduced a plan to address the street dog issue, including the ABC programme, establishing more shelters for dogs undergoing sterilisation, and making pet dog licensing mandatory.
- Woman’s fight for sterilisation raises questions over access to procedure
Leah Spasova, a psychologist denied sterilisation on the NHS, successfully challenged the decision through the health ombudsman, sparking debate over unequal access to the procedure for women compared to men. Critics argue funding refusals and strict eligibility criteria violate bodily autonomy, while others cite medical concerns for tighter controls.