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Towards promoting a legal framework for ending discrimination against cancer survivors. A human rights-centered
Françoise Meunier1, Grazia Scocca2, Françoise Tulkens3
1European Initiative on Ending Financial Discrimination Against Cancer Survivors - Founder, Brussels, Belgium; Belgian Royal Academy of Medicine, Belgium.
Abstract:
The article explores the development of the right to be forgotten (RTBF) for cancer survivors, with a focus on preventing discrimination based on their medical history. It discusses legal progress in European Union (EU) countries, including national laws and EU initiatives such as Europe's Beating Cancer Plan and the Consumer Credits Directive, which aim to protect survivors from financial and social obstacles. These measures are designed to standardize protection across member states and ensure that cancer survivors are not unfairly treated due to their past illness. The article advocates for continued progress in fully reintegrating cancer survivors into society, which involves eliminating the stigma associated with their medical history, and promoting justice, equality, and respect for their human dignity.
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