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37.14. Medication is readily available as prescribed or required, appropriately and securely stored, and discarded if beyond its expiration date.

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37.15. Restraints are not used during the course of medical or dental examinations, whether internal or external to the place of detention.

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37.16. Detainees have access to specialised treatment if required, in specialised institutions or civilian hospitals, as appropriate.

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37.17. Immigration detention, including transfer and removal, does not disrupt or otherwise interfere with ongoing medical treatment.

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37.18. The use of all methods of restraint to effect deportation or removal are medically authorised, supervised and monitored.

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37.13. The provision of healthcare to immigration detainees is not compromised or unduly restricted by security measures of procedures.

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37.12. Medical personnel are suitably trained and experienced in recognising and treating the care needs of vulnerable groups, including · victims of torture or trauma, · children, · women (especially pregnant women and nursing mothers), · victims of trafficking, · people with disabilities, · the elderly, · LGBTI people, · People who are or have been engaged in substance abuse.

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37.07. Detention or segregation on public health grounds is governed by quarantine and disease control policies and legislation, takes place in appropriate facilities and is subject to strict medical and judicial oversight.

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37.08. Interpreting services are readily available for medical consultations, as required.

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37.09. The need for and purpose of a medical examination is clearly explained to a detainee beforehand, and the detainee has input into his/her treatment/care plan.

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