The privacy laws of the United States deal with several different legal concepts. One is the invasion of privacy, a tort based in common law allowing an aggrieved party to bring a lawsuit against an individual who unlawfully intrudes into his or her private affairs, discloses his or her private information, publicizes him or her in a false light, or appropriates his or her name for personal gain. Public figures have less privacy, and this is an evolving area of law as it relates to the media. Th
Public Health Issues to Watch in 2015. Infectious disease outbreaks, electronic cigarettes, prescription drug abuse, motor vehicle injuries, and marijuana possession are just a few of the hot topics expected to impact state health departments and public health in 2015.
Factors Affecting Health Care. The factors affecting health care are varied and far-reaching. As health care around the world is examined, access and use are gaining more attention. If you have health problems -- chronic or acute -- having high-quality, accessible health care is important. Access to health insurance, cultural factors, socioeconomic status, setting, and beliefs about health care, are the most important factors considered when it comes to proper health care. Many countries in the world have universal health care for their citizens. Access to health care can be determined by the availability of national medical coverage or to that from private health insurance, according to a study published by Alfredo Fort and Lauren Voltero.