Asked by RAJAN KAUSHIK on Sep 22, 2024
When decision makers are in the process of assessing whether a new policy should be implemented to avoid a certain health risk,besides considering the scientific evidence available,they should also take into account the following societal consideration:
A) If that decision would make them look good with constituents
B) The proportion of the population would be protected by such policy
C) If that new policy was proposed by prestigious academics
D) The media's opinion about the policy
E) The incidence rate of the disease
Societal Consideration
The process of taking into account the impacts and implications of actions or policies on the society as a whole.
Scientific Evidence
Information obtained through systematic observation or experimentation that serves as a basis for knowledge or conclusions.
Health Risk
The possibility of suffering harm or loss related to health.
- Understand the multidisciplinary factors, including societal considerations, influencing health policy decisions.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the multidisciplinary factors, including societal considerations, influencing health policy decisions.