The realization of the right to health of older persons 2011, para. 71i
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[The Special Rapporteur recommends:] Establishing and implementing safeguards to ensure that free and informed consent is required for any treatment and/or other medical intervention and that this is guaranteed for all patients, no matter their age, condition and treatment proposed;
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health
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Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Health
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All
Year
2011
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Conclusion / Recommendation
Reference
SR Health, Report to the HRC (2011), A/HRC/18/37, para. 71i.