deontology

Lessons From COVID-19: Pandemics and Moral Triage Exposed

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Lessons From COVID-19: Pandemics and Moral Triage Exposed

Introduction to Pandemics and Moral Triage Moral triage in healthcare refers to the ethical decision-making process that clinicians utilize to prioritize patients when medical resources are scarce. This process involves assessing the urgency of each patient’s condition and determining who receives care first, based on the principle of distributive justice. During pandemics and crises, such …

Resource Wars and Inequality: Exposing Who Gets Care Now

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Resource Wars and Inequality: Exposing Who Gets Care Now

Introduction In recent years, the healthcare landscape has been increasingly defined by what many term resource wars. This phrase encapsulates the ongoing struggle over limited medical resources, especially during crises like pandemics. As healthcare systems become overwhelmed, the question arises: who gets access to care? This dilemma has far-reaching implications for patients and providers alike. …