Eure Department Signs Convention to Boost Protection for Healthcare Workers and Domestic Violence Victims

The Eure department has signed a new convention, called "santé, sécurité, justice," focusing on enhancing protection for healthcare professionals and supporting victims of domestic violence amid a notable rise in such cases.

In 2025, Eure recorded 3,382 victims of domestic violence, marking a 10.7% increase from 2024. Among these victims, 2,502 were women, representing 74%, and 862 were minors (28.1%). The increase is attributed to improved detection and victims feeling more empowered to speak out. The convention, initiated by Charles Giusti, the prefect of Eure, is part of a broader departmental security restoration plan started in February 2025.

Key measures include providing healthcare workers with tools and procedures to lift medical confidentiality when lives are at risk, improving reporting and detection of domestic violence cases, and protecting healthcare workers from violence. The agreement also facilitates easier complaint filing for victims and circulates a practical security guide to enhance safety in healthcare environments.

This initiative reflects a strong commitment from state services to support healthcare professionals and victims in managing domestic violence cases effectively, marking a crucial step in addressing this pressing social issue in Eure.