Professional Ethics in Epidemiology

This volume includes an important collection of articles and chapters on the ethics of epidemiologic research, public health practice, ethics instruction, and ethics guidelines for epidemiologists. Several theoretical and applied aspects of public health ethics at public health agencies and institutions are dealt with including general ethical principles and organizational ethics. The book has a special focus on professional standards and guidelines as well as the protection of vulnerable populations. The book is likely to be of interest to practicing epidemiologists, students in epidemiology training programs, and other public health professionals working in academia, industry, and government service.