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  • Jul 10, 2012, 11:18 AM
    Annemieke
    In England, can you say no to medical treatment?
    In England, can you refuse medical or hospital treatment?
    Thank you! Annemieke Wigmore, http://thoughtforfood-aw.blogspot.com.
  • Jul 10, 2012, 11:22 AM
    tickle
    There are general principles of consent under any healthcare system. This is one of them:

    Consent must be given voluntarily and not under any form of duress or undue influence from health professionals, family or friends.


    So, yes you can refuse medical or hospital treatment.

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