Many people suffer from various diseases due to unhealthy lifestyle choices, genetic predisposition, and external factors beyond their control.
They cannot access adequate medical care because of...
The study of disease patterns is called epidemiology. It is used to identify risk factors that are associated with diseases or health conditions. These risk factors may include age, gender,...
Biomedical ethics is an interdisciplinary field that examines moral issues surrounding healthcare practices such as clinical research, patient care, and health policy making. It encompasses...
How can contemporary medical ethics and policy address and redress these legacies?
Medical professionals have an obligation to provide the highest quality care for their patients. This involves...
Is it ethically acceptable for medical professionals to place an emphasis on social conformity when making decisions about whether or not patients can receive certain treatments or undergo specific...
The medicalization of homosexuality is a term used to describe the pathologization of same-sex attraction, behavior, and identity. It involves defining these aspects of human experience as illnesses,...
Structural inequities are systemic barriers that create disadvantages for certain groups of people based on their race, gender, socioeconomic status, or geographic location. These inequalities can...
The study of LGBTQ+ healthcare access has become increasingly important in recent years due to the widespread recognition of the unique challenges faced by this community in accessing quality care....
Activists have played a significant role in shaping health research throughout history, advocating for changes that have improved public health outcomes. In the past, activists have fought for...
The need for comprehensive coverage of gender affirmation services is a fundamental right that is currently under debate among policymakers. Cancer screening is an important aspect of overall patient...