Journal-based CME Course: Government Obligations and the Negative Right to a Healthy Urban Environment

Activity ID

13798

Expires

November 1, 2027

Format Type

Journal-based

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: AMA Journal of Ethics

Description of CME Course

Urban development often generates noise and light pollution, reduces green space, produces heat islands, and increases population density that can exacerbate crime, disease transmission, anxiety, and stress. This article argues that individuals and communities have rights to not have their space impinged upon by urban plans, designs, or development. This negative right means governments have ethical obligations to develop infrastructure that mitigates adverse health consequences, preserves natural environments, safeguards ecological well-being, and promotes peace and public health.

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1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Explain a new or unfamiliar viewpoint on a topic of ethical or professional conduct
2. Evaluate the usefulness of this information for health care practice, teaching, or conduct
3. Decide whether and when to apply the new information to health care practice, teaching, or conduct

Keywords

Environmental Health, Ethics, Leading Change, Patient Care, Public Health

Competencies

Medical Knowledge, Professionalism

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/amajethics.2024.858