French Public Health Code
In forcePublic, private and community health establishments provide diagnosis, monitoring and treatment for the sick, injured and pregnant women, under the conditions set out in this code, taking into account the individuality and psychological aspects of each person, and carry out preventive and health education activities.
They provide care, which may be palliative, with or without accommodation, on an outpatient basis or at home, where home is taken to mean the place of residence or an establishment with accommodation covered by the Social Action and Family Code.
They participate in the coordination of care in relation to members of the health professions practising in towns and cities and medico-social establishments and services, within the framework defined by the regional health agency in consultation with the departmental councils for the areas that concern them.
They are involved in implementing health policy and vigilance measures designed to guarantee health safety.
They are involved in discussions on the ethics of care and medical treatment.
They may participate in training, university and post-graduate teaching, research and innovation in healthcare. They may also participate in the continuing professional development of healthcare professionals and paramedical staff.
