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Public choice and public health

Authors: Peter T. Leeson, Henry A. Thompson

Published in: Public Choice | Issue 1-2/2023

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Abstract

The article delves into the under-explored territory of public choice theory in the context of public health. It begins by defining public health and public choice, noting the surprising lack of attention public choice scholars have given to health issues. The authors then survey relevant literature, highlighting key themes such as the influence of private interests on health regulations and the allocation of public health resources. They also discuss the potential perverse effects of public health policies, which may undermine rather than promote health consumer welfare. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding rent-seeking behavior and government failure in analyzing public health policies.
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Metadata
Title
Public choice and public health
Authors
Peter T. Leeson
Henry A. Thompson
Publication date
22-03-2021
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Public Choice / Issue 1-2/2023
Print ISSN: 0048-5829
Electronic ISSN: 1573-7101
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11127-021-00900-2

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