S.L. 420.9 Art. 20Health care.

(1) Without prejudice to the provisions of regulation

17, applicants shall receive the necessary health care, whether provided by generalists or, where needed, as well as by specialist practitioners:

Provided that such necessary health care shall be of adequate quality and shall be limited to emergency care, essential treatment of illnesses, including of serious mental disorders, and sexual and reproductive health care which is essential in addressing a serious physical condition.

(2) Minor children of applicants and applicants who are minors shall receive the same type of health care as provided to Maltese nationals who are minors. Specific treatment provided in accordance with this regulation which started before the minor reached the age of majority and is considered necessary, shall be received without interruption or delay after the minor reaches the age of majority:

Provided that where needed for medical reasons, applicants who have special reception needs, including appropriate mental health care, shall be provided with the necessary medical or other assistance, including rehabilitation and assistive medical devices.

Part III Reduction or withdrawal of material reception conditions