The accountability of the private sector towards citizens in times of crisis: vaccines, medicines and equipment.
Eur J Public Health
; 31(Supplement_4): iv54-iv58, 2021 Nov 09.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1506617
ABSTRACT
In this article, we examine what the role of the private sector in times of crises is and whether the private sector is, and can be held to be, accountable. COVID-19 has amplified the difficulties with public-private partnerships and this article addresses several aspects concerning business enterprises, in particular transnational corporations, human rights and health sector activities, highlighting the key aspects to understand and address accountability issues. The article also explores accountability for the private sector, the processes to ensure accountability, and the relevance of regulation and self-regulation.
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Vaccines
/
COVID-19
Topics:
Vaccines
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Eur J Public Health
Journal subject:
Epidemiology
/
Public Health
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Eurpub
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