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Lessons From COVID-19: Pandemics and Moral Triage Exposed

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

The Toxic Truth: Climate and Health Ethics Now

The Toxic Truth: Climate and Health Ethics Now

Introduction to Climate and Health Ethics As the world grapples with the escalating impacts of climate change, it becomes evident that the consequences extend far beyond environmental degradation. The intricate interconnection between climate change and public health is now more apparent than ever. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and pollution not only threaten ecosystems but