ABA Sponsors Program on Law and Emerging Infectious Diseases
1996
Law and Emerging Infectious Diseases
publication
Author Information
Author(s): David P. Fidler, Margaret A. Winker
Primary Institution: Indiana University School of Law
Conclusion
The program highlighted the need for legal reform to address the challenges posed by emerging infectious diseases at all levels of law.
Supporting Evidence
- The program addressed how infectious diseases affect international and U.S. law.
- Legal reform is needed at all levels to effectively manage emerging infectious diseases.
- The program raised awareness of complex legal issues in public health.
Takeaway
Emerging diseases can cross borders, so laws need to change to help control them better.
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