General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
A hospital patient’s personal, administrative, medical and social information is confidential.
If you do not want relatives to be told about your hospitalisation, tell the service and ask how to record this wish.
The Hospices Civils de Lyon regulations specifically address a patient who has requested secrecy about their hospitalisation.
Clarify with the team who may receive information and how telephone enquiries should be handled.
This request concerns disclosure to others. Ask separately which details remain necessary for identification and care.
On arrival or transfer to another service, check that the team understands your requested confidentiality arrangements.
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Your health review
Review your health
Mon bilan prévention is an appointment to discuss your habits and choose your health priorities. Review the four age groups and practical information.