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Montazeri A. Some ethical concerns related to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Med J Islam Repub Iran 2020; 34 (1) :396-397
URL: http://mjiri.iums.ac.ir/article-1-6732-en.html
Some ethical concerns related to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Ali Montazeri
Population Health Research Group, Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran , montazeri@acecr.ac.ir
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    Although there are many important concerns related to coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19), ethical issues should remain the top priority since the humanistic dimension of the recent pandemic is of prime importance. This short commentary highlights some ethical concerns related to (COVID-19). Political misuse, caring for older adults, and spread of harmful information are the 3 main issues that are addressed. It is hoped that those who can influence communities at large consider these issues for better public’s health.
 
Keywords: Coronavirus, COVID-19, Ethics
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Type of Study: Commentary Article | Subject: Medical Ethics
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