Policy makers and public health professionals may be forced to weigh and prioritize potentially competing ethical values in the face of severe time and resource constraints. This video from the World Health Organisation explains that ethical concerns associated with the planning, preparedness and response to disease outbreaks are important to consider, ensuring that response efforts are not hindered in the event of a pandemic.

More information on how to make ethical decisions in difficult situations please view: http://extranet.who.int/ethics