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Legal Challenges in Public Health Emergency Preparedness

by Sophia Jackson 1,*
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Sophia Jackson
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FLPR  2021, 22; 3(2), 22; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20210912
Received: 23 July 2021 / Accepted: 12 August 2021 / Published Online: 12 September 2021
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Abstract

The title "Legal Challenges in Public Health Emergency Preparedness" underscores the multifaceted nature of legal issues that arise during the preparation for and response to public health emergencies. This paper delves into the complexities surrounding the legal frameworks that govern emergency planning, resource allocation, and the rights and responsibilities of individuals and entities during such situations. The analysis highlights the challenges faced by policymakers, healthcare providers, and law enforcement agencies in implementing effective emergency preparedness strategies. Key legal issues discussed include the balance between public health and individual rights, the necessity for emergency declarations, the management of scarce resources, and the role of international law in cross-border emergencies. The paper concludes by proposing a framework for addressing these legal challenges, emphasizing the importance of proactive legal strategies, transparent governance, and collaborative approaches among different stakeholders.

Keywords: Public Health Emergency, Legal Framework, Emergency Preparedness, Individual Rights, International Law.;
Copyright: © 2021 by Jackson. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Jackson, S. Legal Challenges in Public Health Emergency Preparedness. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2021, 3, 22. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20210912
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Jackson S. Legal Challenges in Public Health Emergency Preparedness. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research; 2021, 3(2):22. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20210912
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Jackson, Sophia 2021. "Legal Challenges in Public Health Emergency Preparedness" Frontiers of Law & Policy Research 3, no.2:22. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20210912
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Jackson, S. (2021). Legal Challenges in Public Health Emergency Preparedness. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 3(2), 22. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20210912

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