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Read more WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. This legal ground recognizes a woman’s free choice. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.6.
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Foetal impairment |
Rape |
Incest |
Intellectual or cognitive disability of the woman |
Mental health |
Physical health |
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Life |
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Honduras |
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. WHO defines health for member states as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.5.
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![]() Foetal impairmentWHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. A woman is entitled to know the status of her pregnancy and to act on this information; health protection or social reasons can be interpreted to include distress of the pregnant woman caused by the diagnosis of fetal impairment. Prenatal tests and other medical diagnostic services cannot legally be refused because the woman may decide to terminate her pregnancy. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.4.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative.
The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
![]() RapeWHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The protection of women from cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment requires that those who have become pregnant as the result of coerced or forced sexual acts can lawfully access safe abortion services. Prompt, safe abortion services should be provided on the basis of a woman’s complaint rather than requiring forensic evidence or police examination. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.3.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
![]() IncestWHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The protection of women from cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment requires that those who have become pregnant as the result of coerced or forced sexual acts can lawfully access safe abortion services. Prompt, safe abortion services should be provided on the basis of a woman’s complaint rather than requiring forensic evidence or police examination. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.3.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
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WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The scope of mental health includes psychological distress or mental suffering caused by, for example, coerced or forced sexual acts and diagnosis of severe fetal impairment. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.2.
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WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Physical health is widely understood to include conditions that aggravate pregnancy and those aggravated by pregnancy. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.2.
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![]() HealthWHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The fulfillment of human rights requires that women can access safe abortion when it is indicated to protect their health. WHO defines health for member states as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.2.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
![]() LifeWHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The human right to life requires protection by law, including when pregnancy is life-threatening or a pregnant woman’s life is otherwise endangered. Both medical and social conditions can constitute life-threatening conditions. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.1.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
Other
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Country | Authorization of health professional(s) |
Authorization in specially licensed facilities only |
Judicial authorization for minors |
Judicial authorization in cases of rape |
Police report required in case of rape |
Parental consent required for minors |
Spousal consent |
Ultrasound images or listen to foetal heartbeat required |
Compulsory counselling |
Compulsory waiting period |
Mandatory HIV screening test |
Other mandatory STI screening tests |
Prohibition of sex-selective abortion |
Restrictions on information provided to the public |
Restrictions on methods to detect sex of the foetus |
Other |
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Honduras |
![]() Authorization of health professional(s)WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Third-party authorization should not be required for women to obtain abortion services. The requirement for authorization by hospital authorities may violate the right to privacy and women’s access to health care on the basis of equality of men and women. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.2.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
![]() Authorization in specially licensed facilities onlyNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Restrictions on the range of providers or facilities that are authorized to provide abortion reduce the availability of services and their equitable geographic distribution. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.4.
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![]() Judicial authorization for minorsNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Third-party authorization should not be required for women to obtain abortion services. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.
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![]() Judicial authorization in cases of rapeNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Laws, policies and practices that restrict access to abortion information and services can deter women from care seeking and create a “chilling effect” (suppression of actions because of fear of reprisals or penalties) for the provision of safe, legal services. Examples of barriers include: requiring third-party authorization from one or more medical professionals or a hospital committee, court or police, parent or guardian or a woman’s partner or spouse. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2
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![]() Police report required in case of rapeNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Laws, policies and practices that restrict access to abortion information and services can deter women from care seeking and create a “chilling effect” (suppression of actions because of fear of reprisals or penalties) for the provision of safe, legal services. Examples of barriers include: requiring third-party authorization from one or more medical professionals or a hospital committee, court or police, parent or guardian or a woman’s partner or spouse. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2
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![]() Parental consent required for minorsNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Third-party authorization should not be required for women to obtain abortion services. The requirement for authorization by parents may violate the right to privacy and women’s access to health care on the basis of equality of men and women. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.2.
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![]() Spousal consentNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Third-party authorization should not be required for women to obtain abortion services. The requirement for authorization by a spouse may violate the right to privacy and women’s access to health care on the basis of equality of men and women. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.2.
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![]() Ultrasound images or listen to foetal heartbeat requiredNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Regulatory, policy and programmatic barriers, one example of which is the requirement for mandatory ultrasound prior to abortion, that hinder access to and timely provision of safe abortion care should be removed. Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 7 - Recommendation.
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![]() Compulsory counsellingNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Many women have made a decision to have an abortion before seeking care, and this decision should be respected without subjecting a woman to mandatory counselling. Provision of counselling to women who desire it should be voluntary, confidential, non-directive and by a trained person. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 2.1.8.1.
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![]() Compulsory waiting periodNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. States should consider eliminating waiting periods that are not medically required, and expanding services to serve all eligible women promptly. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.6.
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![]() Mandatory HIV screening testNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Requirements for HIV and other tests that are not clinically indicated are potential service-delivery barriers. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p 88.
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![]() Other mandatory STI screening testsNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Requirements for HIV and other tests that are not clinically indicated are potential service-delivery barriers. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p 88.
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![]() Prohibition of sex-selective abortionNot applicable WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. In situations where abortion is restricted for sex selection purposes, terminating a pregnancy for this reason is likely to involve an unsafe procedure carrying high risks. Any policies or guidelines on the use of technology in obstetric and fetal medicine should take into account the need to ensure women’s access to safe abortion and other services - efforts to manage or limit sex selection should also not hamper or limit access to safe abortion services. Preventing gender-biased sex selection: an interagency statement, p 10 - Recommendation.
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No data
Restrictions on information provided to the publicNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. States should refrain from limiting access to means of maintaining sexual and reproductive health, including censoring, withholding or intentionally misrepresenting health-related information. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.7.
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No data
Restrictions on methods to detect sex of the foetusNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. A woman is entitled to know the status of her pregnancy and to act on this information. Prenatal tests and other medical diagnostic services cannot legally be refused because the woman may decide to terminate her pregnancy. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.1.4.
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Country | National guidelines for induced abortion |
Methods allowed |
Country recognized approval (mifepristone / mife-misoprostol) |
Country recognized approval (misoprostol) |
Where can abortion services be provided |
National guidelines for post-abortion care |
Where can post abortion care services be provided |
Contraception included in post-abortion care |
Insurance to offset end user costs |
Who can provide abortion services |
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Honduras |
National guidelines for induced abortionYes, guidelines issued by the government Related documents:WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Standards and guidelines should be developed and updated with the intent of eliminating barriers to obtaining the highest attainable standard of sexual and reproductive health. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 3.3. Standards and guidelines should cover: types of abortion service, where and by whom they can be provided; essential equipment, instruments, medications, supplies and facility capabilities; referral mechanisms; respect for women’s informed decision-making, autonomy, confidentiality and privacy. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p. 63.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf |
![]() Methods allowedVacuum aspirationNo data found Dilatation and evacuationNo data found Combination mifepristone-misoprostolNo data found Misoprostol onlyNo data found Other (where provided)
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Vacuum aspiration is the recommended technique of surgical abortion for pregnancies of up to 12 to 14 weeks of gestation. The procedure should not be routinely completed by dilatation and sharp curettage (D&C). Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 1- Recommendation.
Dilatation and evacuation (D&E) and medical methods (mifepristone and misoprostol; misoprostol alone) are both recommended methods for abortion for gestations over 12 to 14 weeks. Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 3- Recommendation.
The recommended method for medical abortion is mifepristone followed by misoprostol (regimen differs by gestational age). Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 2- Recommendation.
Where mifepristone is not available, the recommended method for medical abortion is misoprostol (regimen differs by gestational age). Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 2- Recommendation.
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Country recognized approval (mifepristone / mife-misoprostol)No Related documents:WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The combination of mifepristone and misoprostol for medical abortion is included on the WHO model list of essential medicines. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 2.2.5
Chemists/pharmacists can help women avoid unintended pregnancy through provision of accurate contraceptive information, pregnancy tests, contraceptive methods and referral to safe abortion services. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 3.3.1.1.
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Country recognized approval (misoprostol)Yes, for gynaecological indications Related documents:Misoprostol allowed to be sold or distributed by pharmacies or drug storesNo WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The combination of mifepristone and misoprostol for medical abortion is included on the WHO model list of essential medicines. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 2.2.5
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No data
Where can abortion services be providedNo data found Primary health-care centresNo data found Secondary (district-level) health-care facilitiesNo data found Specialized abortion care public facilitiesNo data found Private health-care centres or clinicsNo data found NGO health-care centres or clinicsNo data found Other (if applicable)
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Abortion services should be available at primary-care level, with referral systems in place for all required higher-level care. Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 6- Recommendation.
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National guidelines for post-abortion careYes, guidelines issued by the government WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Standards and guidelines should be developed and updated with the intent of eliminating barriers to obtaining the highest attainable standard of sexual and reproductive health. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 3.3. Standards and guidelines should cover: types of abortion service, where and by whom they can be provided; essential equipment, instruments, medications, supplies and facility capabilities; referral mechanisms; respect for women’s informed decision-making, autonomy, confidentiality and privacy. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p. 63.
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![]() Where can post abortion care services be providedPrimary health-care centresYes Secondary (district-level) health-care facilitiesYes Specialized abortion care public facilitiesNot specified Private health-care centres or clinicsNot specified NGO health-care centres or clinicsNot specified Other (if applicable)
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The facilities and skills required to manage most abortion complications are similar to those needed to care for women who have had a spontaneous abortion (miscarriage). Safe Abortion Guidelines § 2.2.6.
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Contraception included in post-abortion careYes WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. All women should receive contraceptive information and be offered counselling for and methods of post-abortion contraception, including emergency contraception, before leaving the health-care facility. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 2.3.
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No data
Insurance to offset end user costsNo data found Other (if applicable)
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Financing of abortion services should take into account costs to the health system while ensuring that services are affordable and readily available to all women who need them. Safe Abortion Guidelines, Executive Summary, Box 6 - Recommendation. Abortion services should be mandated for coverage under insurance plans; women should never be denied or delayed because of the inability to pay. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 3.6.2.
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![]() Who can provide abortion servicesNurseNo data found Midwife/nurse-midwifeNo data found Doctor (specialty not specified)The Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Specialist doctor, including OB/GYNThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Other (if applicable)
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Subject to gestational age and method, abortion care can be safely provided by any properly trained health-care provider, including specialist doctors, non-specialist doctors; associate and advanced associate clinicians; midwives; and nurses. Health Worker Roles in Safe Abortion Care, p 33- Recommendation.
Additional notesThe Penal Code makes no exceptions to the general prohibition on the performance of abortions. However, the Norms for Maternal and Neonatal Care states "Therapeutic abortion: It is the interruption of a pregnancy to preserve the woman's health or save the woman's life. It is practiced when one of the following situations exists: when the woman's health is at risk; when the woman's life is at risk; when the product has congenital malformations that are incompatible with life, and when the pregnancy has been the result of a non-consensual relationship or a non-consensual fertilization. It defines abortion as abortion the "interruption of a pregnancy after implantation of the fertilized egg in the endometrium before the fetus has reached viability (before 22 weeks of gestational age, fetal weight of 500g and fetal length of 25cm.)"The Code of Medical Ethics of the Honduran Medical Association also sets out the exceptional grounds and circumstances abortions in which abortion for therapeutic purposes can be performed, namely when the life or health of the woman is in danger and all other options have been exhausted, and there are at least two other doctors who provide their written agreement with the conclusion that her life and health are in danger and that this is the only option left. This requires the consent of the woman and her husband/legal representative. The Code of Ethics can be accessed at: http://www.bvs.hn/RMH/pdf/1943/pdf/A13-5-1943-4.pdf Related documents: |
![]() Extra facility/provider requirements for delivery of abortion servicesReferral linkages to a higher-level facilityNo data found Availability of a specialist doctor, including OB/GYNNo data found Minimum number of bedsNo data found Other (if applicable)
WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Abortion facilities within both the public and private sectors should be available at all levels of the health system, with appropriate referral mechanisms between facilities. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 3.3.1.
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Private sector providers |
Provider type not specified |
Neither Type of Provider Permitted |
Public facilities |
Private facilities |
Facility type not specified |
Neither Type of Facility Permitted |
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Honduras |
No data
Public sector providersNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Health-care professionals who claim conscientious objection must refer the woman to another willing and trained provider in the same, or another easily accessible health-care facility. Where referral is not possible, the health-care professional who objects, must provide safe abortion to save the woman’s life, to prevent serious injury to her health and provide urgent care when women present with complications from an unsafe or illegal abortion. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Private sector providersNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Health-care professionals who claim conscientious objection must refer the woman to another willing and trained provider in the same, or another easily accessible health-care facility. Where referral is not possible, the health-care professional who objects, must provide safe abortion to save the woman’s life, to prevent serious injury to her health and provide urgent care when women present with complications from an unsafe or illegal abortion. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Provider type not specifiedNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Health-care professionals who claim conscientious objection must refer the woman to another willing and trained provider in the same, or another easily accessible health-care facility. Where referral is not possible, the health-care professional who objects, must provide safe abortion to save the woman’s life, to prevent serious injury to her health and provide urgent care when women present with complications from an unsafe or illegal abortion. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Neither Type of Provider PermittedNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. Health-care professionals who claim conscientious objection must refer the woman to another willing and trained provider in the same, or another easily accessible health-care facility. Where referral is not possible, the health-care professional who objects, must provide safe abortion to save the woman’s life, to prevent serious injury to her health and provide urgent care when women present with complications from an unsafe or illegal abortion. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Public facilitiesNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The respect, protection and fulfilment of human rights require that governments ensure abortion services, that are allowable by law, are accessible in practice. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Private facilitiesNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The respect, protection and fulfilment of human rights require that governments ensure abortion services, that are allowable by law, are accessible in practice. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Facility type not specifiedNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The respect, protection and fulfilment of human rights require that governments ensure abortion services, that are allowable by law, are accessible in practice. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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No data
Neither Type of Facility PermittedNo data found WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. The respect, protection and fulfilment of human rights require that governments ensure abortion services, that are allowable by law, are accessible in practice. Safe Abortion Guidelines, § 4.2.2.5.
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Country specific information regarding abortion related penalties. Information regarding penalties has been presented in English only; this information is not based on an official translation. Please review the source documents provided.
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Penalties for person who assists |
Secondary additional considerations/judicial discretion |
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PenaltiesARTICLE 128. A woman who produces her own abortion or consents to another person to do so shall be punished with imprisonment of three (3) to six (6) years. WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. International, regional and national human rights bodies and courts increasingly recommend decriminalization of abortion, and provision of abortion care, to protect a woman’s life and health, and in cases of rape, based on a woman’s complaint. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p 97.
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PenaltiesCHAPTER II ABORTION ARTICLE 126. Abortion is the death of a human being at any time during pregnancy or during childbirth. Whoever intentionally causes an abortion will be punished: 1. With three (3) to six (6) years of imprisonment if the woman consented; 2. With six (6) to eight (8) years of imprisonment if the person works without the consent of the mother and without employing violence or intimidation; 3. With eight (8) to ten (10) years imprisonment if the person employs violence, intimidation or deception. ARTICLE 127. The penalties indicated in the previous article and the fine of fifteen thousand (L.15,000.00) to thirty thousand (L.30,000.00) Lempiras shall be imposed on the physician who, abusing their profession, causes or cooperates in abortion. The same sanctions will apply to medical practitioners, paramedics, nurses, midwives or midwives who commit or participate in the provision of an abortion. ARTICLE 128. A woman who produces her own abortion or consents to another person to do so shall be punished with imprisonment of three (3) to six (6) years. WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. International, regional and national human rights bodies and courts increasingly recommend decriminalization of abortion, and provision of abortion care, to protect a woman’s life and health, and in cases of rape, based on a woman’s complaint. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p 97.
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PenaltiesCHAPTER II ABORTION ARTICLE 126. Abortion is the death of a human being at any time during pregnancy or during childbirth. Whoever intentionally causes an abortion will be punished: 1. With three (3) to six (6) years of imprisonment if the woman consented; 2. With six (6) to eight (8) years of imprisonment if the person works without the consent of the mother and without employing violence or intimidation; 3. With eight (8) to ten (10) years imprisonment if the person employs violence, intimidation or deception. ARTICLE 127. The penalties indicated in the previous article and the fine of fifteen thousand (L.15,000.00) to thirty thousand (L.30,000.00) Lempiras shall be imposed on the physician who, abusing their profession, causes or cooperates in abortion. The same sanctions will apply to medical practitioners, paramedics, nurses, midwives or midwives who commit or participate in the provision of an abortion. ARTICLE 128. A woman who produces her own abortion or consents to another person to do so shall be punished with imprisonment of three (3) to six (6) years. WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. International, regional and national human rights bodies and courts increasingly recommend decriminalization of abortion, and provision of abortion care, to protect a woman’s life and health, and in cases of rape, based on a woman’s complaint. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p 97.
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PenaltiesARTICLE 126. Abortion is the death of a human being at any time during pregnancy or during childbirth. Whoever intentionally causes an abortion will be punished: 1. With three (3) to six (6) years of imprisonment if the woman consented; 2. With six (6) to eight (8) years of imprisonment if the person works without the consent of the mother and without employing violence or intimidation; 3. With eight (8) to ten (10) years imprisonment if the person employs violence, intimidation or deception. WHO GuidanceThe following descriptions and recommendations were extracted from WHO guidance on safe abortion. International, regional and national human rights bodies and courts increasingly recommend decriminalization of abortion, and provision of abortion care, to protect a woman’s life and health, and in cases of rape, based on a woman’s complaint. Safe Abortion Guidelines, p 97.
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