Same‑sex partners can act as medical representatives in emergencies
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The National Medical Commission clarified that same‑sex and unmarried couples may serve as medical representatives for their partners during emergencies if they have been nominated or authorised for incapacity. The Centre filed a joint affidavit with the Delhi High Court to confirm the rule, allowing partners to make emergency medical calls and decisions on behalf of their partners. This change expands legal recognition of non‑heterosexual relationships in medical contexts. QUOTE: "Same-sex partners and unmarried couples can make medical decisions on behalf of their partners during emergencies" — Hindustan Times
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- Center (2): Hindustan Times, The New Indian Express
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- Same-sex, unmarried couple can make emergency medical calls on partner’s behalf: NMC — Hindustan Times (center)
- Non-heterosexual partners can be medical representatives during medical treatment: Centre tells Delhi HC — The New Indian Express (center)