Human genome, reparation for damage by intervention affecting
Failure to provide

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Every individual shall have the right, according to international and national law, to just reparation for any damage sustained as a direct and determining result of an intervention affecting his or her genome. Draft Universal Declaration on the Human Genome and Human Rights (UNESCO), Article 8

Broader Terms:

Other Related Terms (keywords):

  • Bioethics

See ESC right:

Health care

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

12(1): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health.

Related Documents:

Draft Universal Declaration on the Human Genome and Human Rights


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