Ethical Considerations in Public Health Practice: Addressing Challenges and Embracing Opportunities-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Ethical Considerations in Public Health Practice: Addressing Challenges and Embracing Opportunities

Published:2023-08-22 Issue: Volume: Page:
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Author:

Gaidhane Abhay¹,Choudhari Sonali¹,Gaidhane Shilpa¹,Khatib Mahalaqua Nazli¹,Zahiruddin Quazi Syed¹

Affiliation:

1. JNMC, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research

Abstract

Abstract Public health is a government responsibility to ensure the health and well-being of community. Implementing public health functions like surveillance and contact tracing can raise ethical concerns about individual rights and autonomy. This paper discusses public health professionals' ethical challenges and explores potential solutions. The study utilized interviews, focus group discussions, and published literature that presented various ethical frameworks from different sources. These frameworks offer guidance for ethical decision-making and can assist policymakers and practitioners in navigating complex ethical dilemmas in public health. Public health programs face ethical challenges concerning stigmatized diseases, resource distribution, autonomy versus public good, and community involvement. Professionals stress the need for ethical training to effectively make informed decisions and evaluate policies. Integrating ethical considerations into public health initiatives can improve healthcare delivery and community well-being. The framework can aid professionals in evaluating public health programs ethically, ensuring that public health practices are just and respectful.

Publisher

Research Square Platform LLC

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