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For a year, “Special Envoy” followed the fight to lose weight led by four teenagers in a private clinic in Blois. Rare and courageous testimonies.
For a year, “Special Envoy” followed the fight to lose weight led by four teenagers, Adil, Kylian, Philippine and Wenceslas, in a private clinic in Blois. When they were not in college, their daily life was punctuated by physical activities, nutrition workshops and community life.
A care order
They all made the choice to follow this cure, except Kylian. He is here because justice has decided on a treatment order concerning him. A pediatrician reported to social services that his parents were unable to properly feed their children, an abuse in the eyes of the law. Their testimony is rare, courageous and poignant.
In France, as in most developed countries, we now speak of an obesity epidemic. About 6% of the 8-17 year old age group is affected.
A report by Perrine Bonnet, Claire-Marie Denis and Mikael Bozo broadcast in “Special Envoy” on October 6, 2022.
Guest: Barbara ButchDJ and LGBTQIA+ activist.
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