Quarantine
Involuntary quarantining of persons suffering from infectious diseases

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Broader Terms:

See ESC right:

Disease control

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.

12(2)(c): The steps to be taken by the States Parties to the present Covenant to achieve the full realization of this right shall include those necessary for:

    (c) The prevention, treatment and control of epidemic, endemic, occupational and other diseases;


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