Public Health Law and Ethics: Power, Duty, Restraint
By Lindsay F. Wiley (Author)
Fourth Edition
English
Published by Oxford University Press
Dimensions: 7.40 x 1.10 x 9.20 inches
ISBN-10: 019086355X
ISBN-13: 978-0190863559
Publication Date: September 4, 2018
Print Length: 832 pages
Explore the complex interplay of law and ethics in public health with this comprehensive fourth edition. This book offers a nuanced understanding of how legal frameworks and ethical principles shape public health policies and practices.
Key Features:
– Updated to reflect recent developments in public health law and policy
– Explores the balance between individual rights and community welfare
– Discusses emerging issues such as genetic privacy, bioterrorism, and climate change
– Provides practical case studies and real-world examples to illustrate key concepts
Ideal for students and professionals in public health, law, and related fields, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the ethical challenges inherent in public health decision-making.
