What are the safety concerns raised by activists about ICMR document on Controlled Human Infection Studies
Activists have raised ethical and safety concerns about an ICMR document on Controlled Human Infection Studies.
- Use of volunteers: Activists are concerned about the potential risk to volunteers participating in controlled human infection studies, as they may be exposed to potentially harmful pathogens under experimental conditions.
- Informed consent: There are concerns that the document does not provide sufficient information on how informed consent will be obtained from volunteers, ensuring that they understand the potential risks and benefits.
- Ethical considerations: Critics argue that exposing individuals to potential harm, even if they provide consent, raises ethical questions about the value and necessity of the research.
- Stringent safety measures: Activists question whether the document adequately addresses the implementation of stringent safety measures to ensure the well-being of the volunteers and prevent accidental release of pathogens into the environment.
- Oversight and regulation: There are concerns about the adequacy of oversight and regulation of controlled human infection studies to protect the interests of the volunteers and maintain public trust.
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