The 2009 Influenza Pandemic: Selected Legal Issues

Swendiman, Kathleen S. ; Jones, Nancy Lee

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

关键词: Medicine;    Influenza;    Swine influenza;    Epidemics;    Emergency management;   

RP-ID  :  R40560
RP-ID  :  R40560_2009Jun15

美国|英语

来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

In late April 2009, human cases of infection with a novel influenza A(H1N1) virus, commonly known as "swine flu," were identified. Since then, the virus has become widespread. It is timely to examine the legal issues surrounding this public health threat. This report provides a brief overview of selected legal issues including emergency measures, civil rights, liability issues, and employment issues.