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  • Exploration of the voluntary versus enforced nature of public health measures.

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    • Identified two distinct policy paradigms: altruistic (voluntary measures) and lockdown (enforced restrictions).
    • Demonstrated that individual measures to curb viral spread can be achieved through voluntary compliance.
    • Highlighted the moral advantages of an altruistic approach over restrictive lockdown policies.

    Conclusions:

    • An altruistic approach to COVID-19 is ethically preferable due to its preservation of citizen freedoms.
    • This approach mitigates potential injustices associated with widespread restrictions.
    • Promoting voluntary measures fosters a sense of meaning and agency for individuals during health crises.