Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint

Looking to stay updated on the latest developments in public health law? Look no further than Lawrence O. Gostin's groundbreaking book, Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint. As the definitive statement on public health law, this third edition takes a deep dive into the major health threats of our time, from chronic diseases to emerging infectious diseases. With the expertise of Lindsay F. Wiley joining Gostin's analysis, you'll gain new insights into issues like antimicrobial resistance, bioterrorism, natural disasters, opioid overdose, and gun violence.

What sets this book apart is its comprehensive approach, drawing on constitutional law, administrative law, local government law, and tort law. By viewing law as a powerful tool for protecting public health, Gostin and Wiley create an intellectual framework that is both analytical and practical. They skillfully navigate the scientific, political, and ethical challenges to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of public health law today.

With this essential study in hand, you'll be armed with innovative solutions for the future. Gostin and Wiley tackle pressing issues like corporate personhood rights and local government authority to protect public health. They explore the effectiveness of deregulation and harm reduction as modes of public health law intervention. Moreover, they shed light on how altering the socioeconomic environment and ensuring access to healthcare can play a pivotal role in safeguarding the public's health.

In addition to addressing these diverse topics, Gostin and Wiley delve into the public health law perspective on violence and injury prevention. By employing a health justice framework, they offer strategies for reducing health disparities and promoting the well-being of all individuals.

Don't miss out on this must-have resource for anyone involved in public health or interested in the intersection of law and healthcare. Get your copy of Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint today and be at the forefront of the crucial public and political debates to come! Purchase now.