Quiz 10
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The equivalence principle states that people living in prisons should enjoy the same standards of health care that are available in the community.
The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) of 1967 recognizes the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health.
Adherence to guideline-recommended practices in managing conditions such as cardiovascular disease and epilepsy in prisons is generally on par with that of the broader population.
Opioid use disorder in prisons can lead to severe health issues, but access to opiate substitution therapy (OST) in prisons is generally sufficient in most countries.
The WHO recommends that countries decriminalize activities like drug use, sex work, and same-sex relationships to improve prison health and reduce societal stigma.