Reproductive health is a state of complete\r\nphysical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or\r\ninfirmity, in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its\r\nfunctions and processes. Reproductive health implies that people are able to\r\nhave a satisfying and safe sex life and that they have the capability to\r\nreproduce and the freedom to decide if, when and how often to do so.\r\n

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Reproductive health
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Reproductive health

Reproductive health in the South-East Asia Region

Reproductive health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its functions and processes. Reproductive health implies that people are able to have a satisfying and safe sex life and that they have the capability to reproduce and the freedom to decide if, when and how often to do so.

 

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