Examples Of Ethical Standards Regarding Public Health

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In your post you mentioned autonomy and justice as your examples of ethical standards regarding public health. In addition to your example, confidentiality would be another example of an ethical standard regarding public health. All medical information is considered confidential and protected under the law. Medical records of HIV/AIDS patients are slightly different because of the sensitivity of related information. Several states in the U.S, HIV information may not be reported based on a general release of medical information, particular authorization for release of HIV information must be acquired. There are exceptions to maintain the confidentiality.
For instance, in the U.S all health care providers are obligated to report HIV infections