Do doctors have to tell your parents if your pregnant?

No. Your right to privacy is protected by the California Constitution and state law! Your health care provider cannot tell your parents that you took a pregnancy or STD test, that you are pregnant, or that you got an abortion without getting your written permission first.

Does the gynecologist have to tell your parents?

You don’t need your parents’ permission to go to the gyno. Seriously! All gynecologists are required by law—repeat: required by law—to keep your visit and your convo completely confidential. (The only way that changes is if you say something that strongly suggests you’ll harm yourself or someone else.)

Can a doctor refuse to see a pregnant woman?

Whether you’ve decided to switch OB-GYNs late into your pregnancy for a variety of reasons, or you’re late into getting prenatal care, a doctor can refuse to treat you because of how far along you are.

How do you take a pregnancy test without your parents knowing?

Pregnancy Testing and Counseling Teens can purchase over-the-counter pregnancy tests at the store without parental knowledge. They can also seek pregnancy testing and counseling from a physician without a parent’s consent. Under most circumstances, a doctor won’t reveal to you that your child took a pregnancy test.

What should I do if my 14 year old is pregnant?

What are the options for teenagers who are pregnant?

1. abortion, or ending the pregnancy medically.
2. adoption, or giving birth and legally permitting someone else to raise your child.
3. giving birth and raising the child yourself.

Can I buy a pregnancy test at 15?

There are no age requirements for buying a pregnancy test. Pregnancy tests are available over the counter at most drug and grocery stores.

Can a doctor lie to your parents?

Q: Will my doctor tell my parents what we talked about? A: Your doctor will keep the details of what you talk about private, or confidential. The only times when your doctor cannot honor your privacy is when someone is hurting you or you are going to hurt yourself or someone else.

Can a doctor Dismiss a pregnant patient?

Healthcare providers may not dismiss a patient in the midst of ongoing medical care, called “continuity of care.” For example, a person who is pregnant cannot be dismissed by their healthcare provider within a few weeks of delivery.

What to do if a teenager is pregnant?

Can you buy a pregnancy test at 16?

There are no age requirements for buying a pregnancy test. Pregnancy tests are available over the counter at most drug and grocery stores. If a store employee refuses to sell you a pregnancy test because of your age, visit a different store. You can also get a pregnancy test at a health care provider, such as.