The Ethics of Research Related to Healthcare in Developing Countries
The ethics of research related to healthcare in developing countries
Published: Wed, 24 April 2002Developing countries urgently need research to help relieve the enormous burden of disease that they carry. It is vital that those in wealthy countries, both in the public and private sector, help sponsor this research. But rigorous ethical safeguards must be in place to prevent the exploitation of those who take part in the research.
This Report defines the ethical standards for healthcare research in developing countries. It will provide a framework for anyone who is designing or conducting such research. The Report’s recommendations focus on standards of care, consent, ethical review of research and what happens when the research is over.
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