Department of Medicine, CIC Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, 302 Randall Rd, Suite LL50, Geneva, IL 60134, Switzerland
Review Article
The Ethics of Healthcare: Balancing Patient Autonomy and Public Health
Author(s): Gina Giannopoulos*
Public health is a field of study that focuses on promoting and protecting the health and well-being of populations, rather than individuals. It encompasses a wide range of activities, including disease prevention and control, health promotion, and environmental health. Public health professionals work to identify and address the underlying determinants of health, such as social, economic, and environmental factors, in order to improve the health of entire communities. In this abstract, we will discuss the key concepts of public health, its goals and objectives, and the challenges and opportunities facing the field today. We will also highlight the importance of public health in addressing current and emerging health issues, such as infectious diseases, chronic diseases, and environmental threats, and the role of public health in promoting health equity and social justice. Finally, we.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2736-6189.2023.8.327
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