In a patriarchal society based on a historically constructed system of male domination over women, can women still be considered free enough to give consent? This is one of the questions...

Women seeking an abortion do not always have a choice regarding the method, which is often determined by the healthcare providers’ discretion. This deprives them of an informed choice...

How can consent be obtained from a woman who is unable to express it due to a disability? Insights from a midwife who oversees gynecological consultations. Taking the time needed to...

The law recognizes that a patient cannot be treated without their consent and that they may refuse treatment. Psychiatry is an exception: treatment may be imposed on a patient by force...

How does the issue of consent arise for users of psychoactive substances who are subject to a court-ordered "treatment mandate"? The challenge is to establish a therapeutic alliance with...

In the context of incarceration, the principle of court-ordered treatment raises particular questions regarding the process of obtaining a patient’s consent for psychotherapy....

Key Points The second heat wave of the summer occurred from July 17 to 26, 2023, and affected 10 departments in the Southeast. Nationally, no excess mortality was observed during this...

Key Points In Week 32 (August 7–13, 2023), activity at SOS Médecins clinics continued to decline among children and remained slightly higher among those aged 75 and older (+6.5%, or...

Key Points In Week 32 (August 7–13, 2023), emergency department visits and hospitalizations following a visit remained stable across all age groups, with the exception of those aged 75...

Key Points The number of deaths from all causes reported by INSEE remained within the usual range of fluctuation across all age groups and regions through Week 31. Following a decline...