Title: Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint – Third Edition
Authors: Lawrence O. Gostin, Lindsay F. Wiley
Publisher: University of California Press
Description:
In the “Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint” Third Edition, Lawrence O. Gostin and Lindsay F. Wiley delve into the intricate interplay between law and public health. This edition offers a comprehensive examination of the legal frameworks governing public health, exploring the powers and duties of government entities in protecting and promoting population health while respecting individual rights and liberties.
Covering a wide range of topics such as infectious disease control, environmental health regulations, and healthcare access, this edition reflects the evolving landscape of public health law. It addresses contemporary challenges such as emerging infectious diseases, health disparities, and the impact of globalization on public health governance.
With its interdisciplinary approach, this book provides insights from law, public health, ethics, and policy perspectives. It examines the role of law in addressing pressing public health issues and analyzes landmark cases and statutes that have shaped public health policy and practice.
Whether used as a textbook in public health law courses or as a reference for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars, “Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint” serves as a valuable resource for understanding the legal foundations of public health and navigating the complex intersection of law, ethics, and public health practice.