While we turn to science and laws to guide our response to matters in the healthcare industry, the entrance of the Ebola virus into our lives here in the U.S. has challenged our abilities, both from a medical and legal perspective. We know what to do, but our abilities to respond adequately, timely and responsibly … Continue Reading
Of all the complex legal issues raised by the recent cases of Ebola in the U.S., those concerning the delicate balance between preserving patients’ privacy rights and the need to disseminate information to protect public health may be overlooked by providers. First, the laws may seem complex, consisting of a patchwork of state-level privacy and … Continue Reading
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