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  • The goal of preventing premature death is widely accepted.
  • However, the definition of 'premature death' is ambiguous and lacks consensus.
  • Existing measures obscure the ethical reasoning behind preventing premature death.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish 'premature death' as a normative concept.
  • To advocate for the use of normative theories in justifying measures of premature death.
  • To enhance the validity and public acceptance of premature death prevention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of 'premature death'.
  • Examination of normative theories.
  • Proposal for integrating ethical frameworks into public health metrics.

Main Results:

  • The term 'premature death' is currently ill-defined and lacks a universally agreed-upon ethical foundation.
  • Normative theories can provide a robust ethical basis for defining and measuring premature death.
  • This approach can lead to greater public legitimacy for health interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Recognizing 'premature death' as a normative concept is crucial.
  • Utilizing normative theories strengthens the ethical justification for public health policies aimed at preventing premature mortality.
  • This framework promotes transparency and public trust in health initiatives.