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Regional Core Health Data System - Country Profile: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - 0 views

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Health Analysis Health problems Dieses Public health Health of Indigenous peoples

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Iraimi Mercado on 16 Sep 09

United Nations, World Health Organization, Pan American Health Organization, Pan American Sanitary Bureau

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Health Care in Latin America - It's Better Than You Think - 0 views

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Health Care Latin America Mexico Belize Latinos

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Jordan Costello on 16 Sep 09

What u got from this atricle is that many people thing that because Latin America is mostley made up of 3rd world countries that the health care "south of the boarder" will be third rate as well. The argument made here is that it is quite the opposite of what the general public might think. This author made his argument by explaning it in four sub catigories: convenience, cost, competence and compassion, and lastly communication. Some of what was stated in the article were there are no appointments needed in mexico which is what we up here are not used to but that doesnt make it a bad thing. He lists some cost of things in mexico which would be very expensive anywhere else. The author is not telling everyone that health care there is better but its an alternative to what we do in America and it seems to work for them.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">What u got from this atricle is that many people thing that because Latin America is mostley made up of 3rd world countries that the health care "south of the boarder" will be third rate as well. The argument made here is that it is quite the opposite of what the general public might think. This author made his argument by explaning it in four sub catigories: convenience, cost, competence and compassion, and lastly communication. Some of what was stated in the article were there are no appointments needed in mexico which is what we up here are not used to but that doesnt make it a bad thing. He lists some cost of things in mexico which would be very expensive anywhere else. The author is not telling everyone that health care there is better but its an alternative to what we do in America and it seems to work for them. </div>

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Machismo may cut men's lives short - Men's health- msnbc.com - 0 views

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Sex Education Health Care Gender Roles Machismo Reproduction

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Kristen Palmer on 15 Sep 09

This article discusses how the Machismo culture in Latin America is causing health problems and cutting life expectancies. Being macho means to attract lots of women and to never show any weakness. This need to be tough is causing problems for men.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses how the Machismo culture in Latin America is causing health problems and cutting life expectancies. Being macho means to attract lots of women and to never show any weakness. This need to be tough is causing problems for men. </div>

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HIV/AIDS and Human Rights in Mexico - 0 views

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HIV_AIDS Human Rights Government Policy Health Care Sex Education

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Libba Farrar on 05 Oct 09

Mexican government made attempts to guarantee the General Health Law that mandated that the government was to enforce the right to health protection, making the law applicable in court cases. When entering into negotiations with neighboring countries in an attempt to enter the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Mexican government could retained their reputation for its human rights violations; therefore, initiating a domino effect in Mexican government policies. In an attempt to address this issue developed human rights commissions and committees to enforce and tackle the barriers human rights violations presented to the government's involvement in foreign affairs. Although it can be argued that the enforcement of HIV/AIDS screenings at jobs, educational facilities, and the matrimonial sphere presented some violation of basic inalienable rights.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Mexican government made attempts to guarantee the General Health Law that mandated that the government was to enforce the right to health protection, making the law applicable in court cases. When entering into negotiations with neighboring countries in an attempt to enter the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Mexican government could retained their reputation for its human rights violations; therefore, initiating a domino effect in Mexican government policies. In an attempt to address this issue developed human rights commissions and committees to enforce and tackle the barriers human rights violations presented to the government's involvement in foreign affairs. Although it can be argued that the enforcement of HIV/AIDS screenings at jobs, educational facilities, and the matrimonial sphere presented some violation of basic inalienable rights.</div>

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U.S. policies on sexual health care under fire globally | ReligionLink - 0 views

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religion health care birth control reproduction abortion & Latin America

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Maya Ambroise on 15 Sep 09

This article is about U.S. policies on sexual health care are be looked at negatively around the world

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article is about U.S. policies on sexual health care are be looked at negatively around the world</div>

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In Study on Children's Welfare, Latin America Is Most Improved - 0 views

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Education Health Care HIV_AIDS Domestic Violence Economic Dimensions

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Kat Dunn on 15 Sep 09

Written in 2002, this article talks about improved changes made to children in Latin America in the way of health and education. However, these slight advancements have been met with many new challenges such as the spread of HIV/AIDS and domestic violence. The UN has become very involved in this problem and working on its solution as in many of these developing countries, children make up a great part of the population.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Written in 2002, this article talks about improved changes made to children in Latin America in the way of health and education. However, these slight advancements have been met with many new challenges such as the spread of HIV/AIDS and domestic violence. The UN has become very involved in this problem and working on its solution as in many of these developing countries, children make up a great part of the population. </div>

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Abortions Across Latin America Rising Despite Illegality and Risks - 0 views

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Abortion Religion Health Care Women's Rights (Sex) Education Birth Control

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Kat Dunn on 15 Sep 09

This article discusses the views and reality of abortions happening in the hospitals and behind the scenes in Latin America. Many different issues are brought up on abortion, such as that of religious and health, showing various opinions. The article also talks about possible solutions through sex education and birth control and also the cultural reality of these solutions.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses the views and reality of abortions happening in the hospitals and behind the scenes in Latin America. Many different issues are brought up on abortion, such as that of religious and health, showing various opinions. The article also talks about possible solutions through sex education and birth control and also the cultural reality of these solutions. </div>

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Abortion in Latin America - The New York Times - 0 views

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Abortion Crime Women's Rights Contraception Government Policy

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  This article discusses how abortion has not only become an issue of "maternal morality, but maternal mortality". Since many women have denied permission to get abortions, they find others to give them the abortion or they will even do it themselves, putting their lives at risk. In this article, we see the consequences of the absence of sexual education, reproductive health resources, and family planning organizations for women.
  
  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner"> This article discusses how abortion has not only become an issue of "maternal morality, but maternal mortality". Since many women have denied permission to get abortions, they find others to give them the abortion or they will even do it themselves, putting their lives at risk. In this article, we see the consequences of the absence of sexual education, reproductive health resources, and family planning organizations for women.</div>
  
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Elizabeth Hughes on 15 Sep 09

This article discusses how abortion has not only become an issue of "maternal morality, but maternal mortality". Since many women have denied permission to get abortions, they find others to give them the abortion or they will even do it themselves, putting their lives at risk. In this article, we see the consequences of the absence of sexual education, reproductive health resources, and family planning organizations for women.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses how abortion has not only become an issue of "maternal morality, but maternal mortality". Since many women have denied permission to get abortions, they find others to give them the abortion or they will even do it themselves, putting their lives at risk. In this article, we see the consequences of the absence of sexual education, reproductive health resources, and family planning organizations for women.</div>

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Church leaders to fight Guatemalan family planning law - Catholic Online - 0 views

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Birth Control Contraception Sexual Education Religion Fertility

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  This article discusses family planning laws being enforced in Guatemala and the Catholic churches response to it. Birth control methods would be available to the public and sexual education would be incorporated into schools. Even though the Catholic Church is fighting against the law, many are happy because it will decrease abortion, poverty, and maternal mortality rates. As we continue to read Fixing Men, we can look at reproductive health reformations in other Latin American countries and see how people respond to them.
  
  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses family planning laws being enforced in Guatemala and the Catholic churches response to it. Birth control methods would be available to the public and sexual education would be incorporated into schools. Even though the Catholic Church is fighting against the law, many are happy because it will decrease abortion, poverty, and maternal mortality rates. As we continue to read Fixing Men, we can look at reproductive health reformations in other Latin American countries and see how people respond to them.</div>
  
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Elizabeth Hughes on 15 Sep 09

This article discusses family planning laws being enforced in Guatemala and the Catholic churches response to it. Birth control methods would be available to the public and sexual education would be incorporated into schools. Even though the Catholic Church is fighting against the law, many are happy because it will decrease abortion, poverty, and maternal mortality rates. As we continue to read Fixing Men, we can look at reproductive health reformations in other Latin American countries and see how people respond to them.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses family planning laws being enforced in Guatemala and the Catholic churches response to it. Birth control methods would be available to the public and sexual education would be incorporated into schools. Even though the Catholic Church is fighting against the law, many are happy because it will decrease abortion, poverty, and maternal mortality rates. As we continue to read Fixing Men, we can look at reproductive health reformations in other Latin American countries and see how people respond to them.</div>

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Population Council | Americas | Latin America and the Caribbean - 0 views

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reproduction health care economic dimensions contraception abortion women's rights

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Shannon Coco on 15 Sep 09

By giving women the tools and knowledge about their reproductive rights and options for contraception, abortions, and knowledge about diseases, this Council attempts to empower them through increased safety and awareness of women's health services.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">By giving women the tools and knowledge about their reproductive rights and options for contraception, abortions, and knowledge about diseases, this Council attempts to empower them through increased safety and awareness of women's health services.</div>

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Latin American Health Ministers Agree to Promote - 0 views

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Sexual Education Education AIDS_HIV Discrimination Birth Control Condom

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Atsuyoshi Ishizumi on 16 Sep 09

In June 2009, Latin American health officials and United Nations bureaucrats agreed to continue implementing "comprehensive sexuality education starting in early childhood" throughout the region, including instruction in the use of condoms and anti-"homophobia" training, at a meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in Jamaica. Their goal is also to fight against sexual discrimination.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In June 2009, Latin American health officials and United Nations bureaucrats agreed to continue implementing "comprehensive sexuality education starting in early childhood" throughout the region, including instruction in the use of condoms and anti-"homophobia" training, at a meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in Jamaica. Their goal is also to fight against sexual discrimination. </div>

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Foreign Policy: Gays in Latin America: Is the Closet Half Empty? - 0 views

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Homosexuality Gay Rights Human Rights Political Movements Legislation

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The region is becoming gayer. It's not that there are more gays and lesbians living in Latin America (we would never know)
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Latin America was the land of the closet and the home of the macho
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In 1998, Ecuador's new constitution introduced protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation. In 1999, Chile decriminalized same-sex intercourse. Rio de Janeiro's state legislature banned sexual-orientation discrimination in public and private establishments in 2000. In 2002, Buenos Aires guaranteed all couples, regardless of gender, the right to register civil unions. The policy changes just kept coming. In 2003, Mexico passed a federal antidiscrimination law that included sexual orientation. A year later, the government of Brazil initiated "Brasil sem homofobia" (Brazil without homophobia), a program with nongovernmental organizations to change social attitudes toward sexuality. In 2006, Mexico City approved the Societal Cohabitation Law, granting same-sex couples marital rights identical to those for common-law relationships between a man and a woman. Uruguay passed a 2007 law granting access to health benefits, inheritance, parenting, and pension rights to all couples who have cohabited for at least five years. In 2008, Nicaragua reformed its penal code to decriminalize same-sex relations. Even Cuba's authoritarian new president, Raúl Castro, has allowed free sex-change operations for qualifying citizen
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A recent survey in Brazil, the country with the largest gay-pride parades in the world, showed that 58 percent of respondents still agree with the statement, "Homosexuality is a sin against the laws of God," and 41 percent with "Homosexuality is an illness that should be treated."
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Courtney Connors on 16 Sep 09

This article proposes the idea that an increasing number of Latin American countries have become more acceptive of gay and lesbian ideals. Due to regime changes, the once "closeted macho" countries now welcome such legislation as protections against sexual discrimination; the decriminalization of same-sex intercourse; grants to health benefits, parenting, and so on in countries like Ecuador, Mexico, Brazil, Uruguay, and NIcaragua.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article proposes the idea that an increasing number of Latin American countries have become more acceptive of gay and lesbian ideals. Due to regime changes, the once "closeted macho" countries now welcome such legislation as protections against sexual discrimination; the decriminalization of same-sex intercourse; grants to health benefits, parenting, and so on in countries like Ecuador, Mexico, Brazil, Uruguay, and NIcaragua.</div>

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Center for Immigration Studies - 0 views

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Immigration Poverty Education Health Care Economic Dimensions

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Libba Farrar on 05 Oct 09

Illegal immigration into the United States from Mexico has increasing become a topic for debate. The Mexican government seeks Illegal-Alien Amnesty; however, the United States, under the Bush Administration, believed in building a 'guestworker' program, which in theory would address the educational deficits amongst the incoming immigrant workers. Immigrant workers who enter the United States are coming from areas of poverty which lack adequate educational facilities and due to the lack of financial prosperity young adults are frequently withdrawing from school to try and turn a profit for the family. The cheap labor that comes into the United States comes at a high cost to the natives as it increases the poor population and the amount of people relying on welfare programs. Analysis of the statistics show that the amount of households headed by immigrants make up the majority of the poor population on welfare and without health care insurance; therefore, the United States is seeking to establish policies that address both issues in the welfare system as well as the policies regarding hiring unskilled immigrant workers.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Illegal immigration into the United States from Mexico has increasing become a topic for debate. The Mexican government seeks Illegal-Alien Amnesty; however, the United States, under the Bush Administration, believed in building a 'guestworker' program, which in theory would address the educational deficits amongst the incoming immigrant workers. Immigrant workers who enter the United States are coming from areas of poverty which lack adequate educational facilities and due to the lack of financial prosperity young adults are frequently withdrawing from school to try and turn a profit for the family. The cheap labor that comes into the United States comes at a high cost to the natives as it increases the poor population and the amount of people relying on welfare programs. Analysis of the statistics show that the amount of households headed by immigrants make up the majority of the poor population on welfare and without health care insurance; therefore, the United States is seeking to establish policies that address both issues in the welfare system as well as the policies regarding hiring unskilled immigrant workers.</div>

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http://www.paho.org/English/DD/PIN/pr080731c.htm - 0 views

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AIDS_HIV Government Policy Prostitution Sexual Education Condom

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Sam Obstfeld on 15 Sep 09

A press release from the World Health Organization highlights the need for stronger Sexual Education in Latin America and the Carribean. The press release talks about the statistics of contracting HIV, and how programs can be implemented to cut down on the number of transmissions. One of the highlighted vulnerable groups for contracting HIV is sex workers and "men who have sex with men", the latter being connected strongly with the first chapter of "Fixing Men".

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A press release from the World Health Organization highlights the need for stronger Sexual Education in Latin America and the Carribean. The press release talks about the statistics of contracting HIV, and how programs can be implemented to cut down on the number of transmissions. One of the highlighted vulnerable groups for contracting HIV is sex workers and "men who have sex with men", the latter being connected strongly with the first chapter of "Fixing Men".</div>

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LATIN AMERICA: For a Day Against Homophobia - IPS ipsnews.net - 0 views

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homosexuality homophobia equal rights violence HIV_AIDS

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janegelb on 08 Sep 09

The region including Latin America and the Caribbean is the area with the most homophobic crimes committed in recent years. Countries including Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia have had an unfortunate recent history of homophobic crimes. This article, from ipsnews.net., describes how IDAHO (the International Day Against Homophobia Committee) is asking for an international day against homophobia. They chose May 17th as the day of recognition, because on May 17, 1990, homosexuality was removed from the World Health Organization's list of mental disorders. In the past few years, many Latin American countries have developed slogans and media campaigns against homophobia and the transmission of HIV/AIDS. Many activist groups in Latin America (and worldwide) are vying for political action and equal rights laws.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The region including Latin America and the Caribbean is the area with the most homophobic crimes committed in recent years. Countries including Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia have had an unfortunate recent history of homophobic crimes. This article, from ipsnews.net., describes how IDAHO (the International Day Against Homophobia Committee) is asking for an international day against homophobia. They chose May 17th as the day of recognition, because on May 17, 1990, homosexuality was removed from the World Health Organization's list of mental disorders. In the past few years, many Latin American countries have developed slogans and media campaigns against homophobia and the transmission of HIV/AIDS. Many activist groups in Latin America (and worldwide) are vying for political action and equal rights laws.</div>

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Challenging Machismo - 0 views

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Maya Ambroise on 15 Sep 09

This article promotes sexual & reproductive health in Nicaraguan men

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner"> This article promotes sexual & reproductive health in Nicaraguan men</div>

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Global Health Council - Publications - 0 views

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AIDS_HIV crime healthcare poverty sexuality.

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It is widely known that violence inside prison, high levels of addiction and, closely linked to these factors, the risk of infection with HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), are all intrinsic elements of prison life that constantly threaten the inmates' well-being.
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Substance abuse, and the industry this generates within the prison subculture, coupled with overpopulation, overcrowding, deficient health programs, corruption, weak legislation and epidemics, have created an environment that could eventually trigger a crisis of devastating proportions.
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  Latin America is notorious for some of the worst prisons in the world, and large levels of HIV/AIDS cases have resulted from drug use and sexual relationships inside these institutions. This article notes the poor quality healthcare available in prison, and the issue of HIV/AIDS elevated by prison inmate interaction (drug use, sex) and poor healthcare.
  
  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Latin America is notorious for some of the worst prisons in the world, and large levels of HIV/AIDS cases have resulted from drug use and sexual relationships inside these institutions. This article notes the poor quality healthcare available in prison, and the issue of HIV/AIDS elevated by prison inmate interaction (drug use, sex) and poor healthcare.</div>
  
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Latin America is notorious for some of the worst prisons in the world, and large levels of HIV/AIDS cases have resulted from drug use and sexual relationships inside these institutions. This article notes the poor quality healthcare available in prison, and the issue of HIV/AIDS elevated by prison inmate interaction (drug use, sex) and poor healthcare.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Latin America is notorious for some of the worst prisons in the world, and large levels of HIV/AIDS cases have resulted from drug use and sexual relationships inside these institutions. This article notes the poor quality healthcare available in prison, and the issue of HIV/AIDS elevated by prison inmate interaction (drug use, sex) and poor healthcare. </div>

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Nine-Year-Old's Abortion Outrages Brazil's Catholic Church - TIME - 0 views

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Abortion Discrimination Domestic Violence Sex Reproduction Religion

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Abortion is much more serious than killing an adult. An adult may or may not be an innocent, but an unborn child is most definitely innocent. Taking that life cannot be ignored
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Why can't I decide what to do with my own body? Women should be able to decide for themselves what's important
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More than 200,000 women each year are treated in public hospitals for complications arising from illegal abortions
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1 in 3 pregnancies is unwanted
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But the Church's response to the Recife rape and abortion has shocked public opinion
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Courtney Connors on 16 Sep 09

Although abortion is illegal in Brazil, it is allowed for medical purposes such as the mother's health and in cases of rape. Yet, when a nine year old was raped and impregnated with twins by her step-father, the public was outraged because of the conflicting ideals with the Catholic Church and abortion. The Church upholds the view that any "innocent, unborn" life taken is the act of extreme sin that should be shunned upon.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Although abortion is illegal in Brazil, it is allowed for medical purposes such as the mother's health and in cases of rape. Yet, when a nine year old was raped and impregnated with twins by her step-father, the public was outraged because of the conflicting ideals with the Catholic Church and abortion. The Church upholds the view that any "innocent, unborn" life taken is the act of extreme sin that should be shunned upon.</div>

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FACTBOX-Illegal immigrants and U.S. healthcare debate| Reuters - 0 views

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Critics also argue that healthcare costs are higher in the United States because illegal immigrants, who often lack insurance and don't pay taxes, drain precious healthcare dollars through trips to emergency rooms and clinics.
- Shannon Coco on 08 Sep 09
  
  Because they do not have healthcare, illegal immigrants go to the emergency rooms and clinics when they get sick. Since it is an "emergency," the cost of treatment, seeing them, x-rays, etc is at least 3 times more expensive than it would be to have the same things done in a doctor's office. Therefore, illegal immigrants are costing the government more money now than they would if we provided them with healthcare.
  
  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Because they do not have healthcare, illegal immigrants go to the emergency rooms and clinics when they get sick. Since it is an "emergency," the cost of treatment, seeing them, x-rays, etc is at least 3 times more expensive than it would be to have the same things done in a doctor's office. Therefore, illegal immigrants are costing the government more money now than they would if we provided them with healthcare.</div>
  
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or 15.3 percent of the U.S. population, who lack health insurance
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A total of 9.7 million among the uninsured said they were "not a citizen."
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Illegal immigrants work disproportionately in jobs that do not provide health insurance
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Shannon Coco on 08 Sep 09

Because they do not have healthcare, illegal immigrants go to the emergency rooms and clinics when they get sick. Since it is an "emergency," the cost of treatment, seeing them, x-rays, etc is at least 3 times more expensive than it would be to have the same things done in a doctor's office. Therefore, illegal immigrants are costing the government more money now than they would if we provided them with healthcare.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Because they do not have healthcare, illegal immigrants go to the emergency rooms and clinics when they get sick. Since it is an "emergency," the cost of treatment, seeing them, x-rays, etc is at least 3 times more expensive than it would be to have the same things done in a doctor's office. Therefore, illegal immigrants are costing the government more money now than they would if we provided them with healthcare.</div>

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BBC NEWS | Health | Mexico prison tackles HIV ignorance - 0 views

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Morgan Somer on 16 Sep 09

In Latin America five thousand women die from underground abortions every year. The article explains that women who consider having abortion could end up being convicted since it is illegal and shunned upon. Despite these legal risks Latin America continues to experience abortion rates that are much higher than the majority of countries where it is legal.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In Latin America five thousand women die from underground abortions every year. The article explains that women who consider having abortion could end up being convicted since it is illegal and shunned upon. Despite these legal risks Latin America continues to experience abortion rates that are much higher than the majority of countries where it is legal.</div>

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