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Dilation (or dilatation) and curettage (D&C) refers to the dilation (widening or opening) of the cervix and surgical removal of sections and/or layers of the lining of the uterus and or contents of the uterus such as an unwanted fetus (early abortion before 13 weeks), remains of a non-viable fetus, retained placenta after birth or abortion as well as any abnormal tissue which may be in the ...
Colorado became the ninth state in the country (plus Washington D.C.) to pass a paid family leave law on November 3, 2020—and the first to do so by ballot measure, not in a state legislature.
A medical abortion, also known as medication abortion or non-surgical abortion, occurs when drugs are used to bring about an abortion.Medical abortions are an alternative to surgical abortions such as vacuum aspiration or dilation and curettage. [6]
Dilation and evacuation can be offered for the management of second trimester miscarriage if skilled providers are available. [6] Some women choose D&E over labor induction for a second trimester loss because it can be a scheduled surgical procedure, offering predictability over labor induction, or because they find it emotionally easier than undergoing labor and delivery.
Health insurance coverage of abortion is prohibited for plans that are a part of the state's health exchange under the Affordable Care Act. [38] This provision has exceptions for cases of life endangerment, rape, and incest. [39] Public employees insurance plans are prohibited from covering abortion. [40]
Dilation and curettage (D&C) refers to opening the cervix (dilation) and removing tissue (curettage) via suction or sharp instruments. D&C is a standard gynecological procedure performed for a variety of reasons, including examination of the uterine lining for possible malignancy, investigation of abnormal bleeding, and abortion.
Demonstration for parental leave in the European Parliament. Parental leave, or family leave, is an employee benefit available in almost all countries. [1] The term "parental leave" may include maternity, paternity, and adoption leave; or may be used distinctively from "maternity leave" and "paternity leave" to describe separate family leave available to either parent to care for their own ...
The two vice presidential nominees, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance, faced off tonight on a debate stage in New York City with just over a month until the Nov. 5 election. The USA ...