Law and Public Health
/ˈlɔː ənd ˈpʌblɪk hɛlθ/
Definitions
- (n.) The interdisciplinary field focusing on legal frameworks and policies that govern public health matters, including disease control, health promotion, bioethics, and access to healthcare.
Law and public health collaborate to create regulations that prevent epidemics and promote community well-being.
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Commentary
This term spans multiple disciplines, requiring legal professionals to understand both statutory and regulatory mechanisms affecting population health.
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