Saying goodbye to a loved one: the gesture of love that some doctors recommend avoiding
Infectious risk and compassion: the difficult balance
For the vast majority of the deceased, the news is reassuring: the risk of transmission is extremely low, especially when the death is not related to a contagious pathology. But some diseases require increased vigilance, even after death. Among them are tuberculosis, hepatitis B and C, certain severe bacterial infections, as well as some very rare viral fevers. Faced with these situations, doctors recommend avoiding close contact with the body. The best reflex is to seek the advice of a health professional or a funeral advisor, who will be able to guide the family with tact and kindness.
Saying goodbye to a loved one: the gesture of love that some doctors recommend avoiding
