Certain forms of abuses in health-care settings that may cross a threshold of mistreatment that is tantamount to torture or cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment 2013, para. 6f
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[The Special Rapporteur calls upon all States to:] Ensure special protection of minority and marginalized groups and individuals as a critical component of the obligation to prevent torture and ill-treatment by, inter alia, investing in and offering marginalized individuals a wide range of voluntary supports that enable them to exercise their legal capacity and that fully respect their individual autonomy, will and preferences.
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Special Procedures: Special Rapporteur on torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment