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HIV/AIDS and TB > Women and HIV/AIDS > Termination of Pregnancy (Abortion) for Women Living with HIV or AIDS > Termination of Pregnancy for a Girl Under the Age of 18 Years
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Termination of Pregnancy for a Girl Under the Age of 18 Years

The law says that a young woman under 18 may apply for a termination without the knowledge or consent of her parents. Doctors and midwives should advise her to discuss this with her parents, but they cannot force her to do this. Healthcare workers cannot refuse to terminate her pregnancy if she does not want to discuss her decision with her parents.