Public Health Regulation
/ˈpʌblɪk hɛlθ ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal provisions and authoritative measures enacted to protect and promote the health of the population.
The government enforced new public health regulations to control the spread of infectious diseases.
- (n.) Regulatory framework governing sanitation, disease control, and health safety standards in communities.
Public health regulation mandates regular inspections of food establishments to ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
Forms
- public health regulation
- public health regulations
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Commentary
Public health regulation is often statutory and administrative, focusing on prevention and control to safeguard community health; drafters should ensure clarity in scope between state and federal authorities.
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