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Public Trust in Medical Research?

  • ISBN 9781846191794
  • Author: Cheung, Philip
  • Publ Date: 2007-03-20
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  • Binding: Paperback / softback

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'It has been claimed by fertility experts that embryos can be screened for 6000 diseases thereby the risk of x-linked diseases can be minimised by 'cherry-picking' male embryos that do not carry the abnormal gene. If medical scientists continue to strive for cures genetic aberrance in human could be a phenomenon of the past...' This challenging book explores issues of professional integrity and ethics underpinning medical research. It includes real-life case studies where public trust in medical research has been misplaced and encourages medical professionals to adhere to professional codes of conduct and be informed about their decision making process. It is vital reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students of medicine law sociology and social policy philosophy health related research and ethics. Practising researchers in medicine and the pharmaceutical industry and their managers will find it invaluable. The text provides motivation for academics and educators with an interest in research and governance. Healthcare policy makers and shapers patient rights groups campaigners and the general media will find the information enlightening.
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