Question

Is access to Health Care a basic human right? Why or why not? How does this fit into our discussion of the normative basis, justice, and human dignity?

Answer 1

Ans) Article 25 of the United Nations' 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services."

- Belief in the dignity of the human person is the foundation of morality.

- The principle of human dignity is the foundation of all the Catholic social teaching principles. “When we deal with each other, we should do so with the sense of awe that arises in the presence of something holy and sacred.

- Listening to what they want, giving them information, involving them in planning and decision-making, treating them with dignity and respect, and enabling them to have choice and control over their lives and the services they receive. Those who provide support will respect the human rights of each individual.