The world of health care is undergoing a period of crisis, not least the current debate about the funding and cost effectiveness of health care, but also in relation to concerns about the availability of treatment to certain population groups. At an individual level, the access to medical knowledge, including access to personal medical records, is raising ethical questions. There are also concerns regarding 'end of life' decisions and the disclosure of information. Some of these issues have a legal dimension. This module provides the opportunity to explore some of the ethical and legal issues that commonly confront health care workers.
- Module Supervisor: Paul Buka