Balancing public health and individual autonomy: a study of Chinas vaccination policy
The article examines China’s vaccination policy, focusing particularly on childhood immunisation and pandemic vaccines. Although China’s laws require individuals to engage in the vaccination decision-making process, the policy does not enforce mandatory vaccination through penalties. Instead, it emphasises informed decision-making, allowing and supporting individuals to choose whether to vaccinate or adopt other preventive measures based on their best health interests. The legal fram
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Published: 22 July 2026
Source: Journal of Medical Ethics (BMJ)
Category: Research
Topics: Regulation · Healthcare · Children & education · Agents & autonomy
Retrieved: 23 July 2026
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