Following Law 180 of May 13, 1978, commonly known as the Basaglia Law, the decision was made to close all mental hospitals in Italy. San Servolo was the first, and ceased operating on August 13, exactly three months later.
Following Law 180 of May 13, 1978, commonly known as the Basaglia Law, the decision was made to close all mental hospitals in Italy. San Servolo was the first, and ceased operating on August 13, exactly three months later.