The concept of public health is widely recognized but interpreted in diverse and often conflicting ways, particularly regarding its practice, policies, and services. These differences stem from varying understandings of core concepts like health promotion, differing ethical assumptions such as paternalism and justice, and contrasting policy approaches—top-down versus participatory. Political ideologies, cultural contexts, and historical developments further shape interpretations of what "public" means in public health. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the need to reflect on these issues. A workshop, featuring key insights from John Coggon and experts across disciplines, will explore how differing views influence public health responses and what ethical lessons can inform future policies and practices.
Round table: COVID-19, ethics, and the many publics in public health policy and practice
Ilaria Tocco Tussardi;
2021-01-01
Abstract
The concept of public health is widely recognized but interpreted in diverse and often conflicting ways, particularly regarding its practice, policies, and services. These differences stem from varying understandings of core concepts like health promotion, differing ethical assumptions such as paternalism and justice, and contrasting policy approaches—top-down versus participatory. Political ideologies, cultural contexts, and historical developments further shape interpretations of what "public" means in public health. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the need to reflect on these issues. A workshop, featuring key insights from John Coggon and experts across disciplines, will explore how differing views influence public health responses and what ethical lessons can inform future policies and practices.
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