The right to the highest attainable standard of health (Art. 12) 2000, para. 25

Paragraph
Original document
Document type
  • General Comment / Recommendation
Paragraph text

With regard to the realization of the right to health of older persons, the Committee, in accordance with paragraphs 34 and 35 of General Comment No. 6 (1995), reaffirms the importance of an integrated approach, combining elements of preventive, curative and rehabilitative health treatment. Such measures should be based on periodical check-ups for both sexes; physical as well as psychological rehabilitative measures aimed at maintaining the functionality and autonomy of older persons; and attention and care for chronically and terminally ill persons, sparing them avoidable pain and enabling them to die with dignity.

Document legal status
  • Non-negotiated soft law
Document body
  • Treaty bodies: CESCR - Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
Document means of adoption
  • N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Equality & Inclusion
  • Governance & Rule of Law
  • Health
Person(s) affected
  • Older persons
Document year
  • 2000
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 14, The right to the highest attainable standard of health (Art. 12) (2000), para. 25.
Paragraph number
25