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Epidemiology and moral philosophy.

C G Westrin¹, T Nilstun, B Smedby

¹Department of Social Medicine, Uppsala University.

Journal of Medical Ethics

|December 1, 1992

Summary

A new model helps identify and analyze ethical conflicts in public health and epidemiological research. This framework improves communication between researchers and stakeholders, addressing ethical dilemmas in studies.

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Area of Science:

Public Health Ethics
Epidemiological Research Ethics

Background:

Ethical controversies increasingly hinder public health initiatives and epidemiological research.
Effective communication between stakeholders is crucial for navigating these challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a model for identifying and analyzing ethical conflicts in individual-based research.
To enhance communication and collaboration among parties involved in research.

Main Methods:

A two-dimensional model was developed in collaboration with epidemiologists and moral philosophers.
Dimension 1: Ethical principles (beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, justice).
Dimension 2: Involved groups (study population, beneficiaries, researchers, community).

Main Results:

The model provides a structured approach to analyzing ethical conflicts.
It has been applied to case-register research, psychiatric health services research, and general epidemiological research.
Facilitates a clearer understanding of ethical considerations in various research contexts.

Conclusions:

The developed model offers a systematic framework for addressing ethical controversies in research.
It promotes better understanding and resolution of ethical issues in public health and epidemiology.
Aimed at improving the ethical conduct and acceptance of research involving human participants.

Keywords:

Biomedical and Behavioral Research Health Care and Public Health

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