Public Health Law: Power, Duty, Restraint (California/Milbank Series on Health and the Public)

Gostins timely book offers the first systematic definition and theory of public health law. Basing his definition on a broad notion of the governments inherent responsibility to advance the populations health and well-being, he develops a rich understanding of the governments fundamental powers and duties. By analyzing constitutional powers and limits, as well as statutory, administrative, and tort law, Public Health Law vividly shows how law can become a potent tool for the realization of a healthier and safer population.