Health Equity and Ethical Considerations in Using Artificial Intelligence in Public Health and Medicine.

IF 4.4 3区医学 Q1 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Preventing Chronic Disease Pub Date : 2024-08-22 DOI:10.5888/pcd21.240245

Irene Dankwa-Mullan

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Abstract

This commentary explores the critical roles of health equity and ethical considerations in the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in public health and medicine. As AI increasingly permeates these fields, it promises substantial benefits but also poses risks that could exacerbate existing disparities and ethical challenges. This commentary delves into the current integration of AI technologies, underscores the importance of ethical social responsibility, and discusses the implications for practice and policy. Recommendations are provided to ensure AI advancements are leveraged responsibly, promoting equitable health outcomes and adhering to rigorous ethical standards across all populations.

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在公共卫生和医学领域使用人工智能的健康公平和伦理考虑。

这篇评论探讨了在公共卫生和医学领域应用人工智能（AI）时，健康公平和伦理因素的关键作用。随着人工智能越来越多地渗透到这些领域，它有望带来巨大的好处，但也带来了可能加剧现有差距和伦理挑战的风险。本评论深入探讨了当前人工智能技术的整合情况，强调了伦理社会责任的重要性，并讨论了对实践和政策的影响。本文提出了一些建议，以确保负责任地利用人工智能的进步，促进公平的健康结果，并在所有人群中遵守严格的伦理标准。

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Preventing Chronic Disease PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH-

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6.70

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3.60%

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期刊介绍： Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. The mission of PCD is to promote the open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention. The vision of PCD is to be the premier forum where practitioners and policy makers inform research and researchers help practitioners and policy makers more effectively improve the health of the population. Articles focus on preventing and controlling chronic diseases and conditions, promoting health, and examining the biological, behavioral, physical, and social determinants of health and their impact on quality of life, morbidity, and mortality across the life span.