Abstract
A single defining question perennially intrigues scholars and practitioners interested in public heath: To what extent should human rights be limited to protect the community's health and safety? This Commentary explains, firstly, why this question is imprecise; secondly, how the human rights approach applies to public health emergencies; and finally what safeguards society can adopt to protect the public's health while respecting the rights of individuals and groups.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 524-528 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of Law, Medicine and Ethics |
| Volume | 31 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Issues, ethics and legal aspects
- Health Policy
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