Theories of Health Justice: Just Enough Health

Health justice is the fair and appropriate use of publicly funded resources in medicine, health care, and public health. Theories of Health Justice explores the philosophical implications of this assumption and argues that a sufficientarian account of justice is the best approach to health justice.

Format: Hardback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 11 December 2018
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Health justice is a crucial topic that revolves around the responsible allocation of publicly funded resources in the fields of medicine, healthcare, and public health. It delves into the philosophical implications of the belief that these resources should be utilized to achieve health outcomes for all individuals. Theories of health justice examine the philosophical foundations behind this notion and explore the various theories of justice that apply to healthcare and public health.

In this comprehensive book, the author provides an introduction to the debate surrounding health justice. It offers clear conceptual definitions of health and disease, as well as an in-depth analysis of the different relevant theories of justice. The author then argues that a sufficientarian account of justice, which emphasizes the need to ensure that each citizen has enough resources to meet their basic needs, is the most appropriate framework for health justice.

The author further defends this specific theory of health justice in relation to healthcare and public health, before expanding the argument to address issues in global justice. This text is particularly valuable for students interested in the philosophy of medicine, medical ethics, philosophy, and public policy. It offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the complex interplay between health, justice, and societal well-being.

Weight: 394g
Dimension: 160 x 235 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786601438