Banned
Banned
Banned (/bænd/), from the Old English bannan meaning "to summon, command, proclaim", is a term often used in the medical field to refer to substances, practices, or procedures that are prohibited due to potential harm or unethical implications.
Definition
In a medical context, to ban means to officially or legally prohibit something. This could be a drug, a procedure, a type of research, or a practice. The banning is usually done by a regulatory authority, such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the World Health Organization (WHO), after careful consideration of the potential risks and benefits.
Related Terms
- Prohibited: Another term for banned, often used in legal contexts.
- Illegal: Something that is against the law, which may include banned substances or practices.
- Regulation: The rules or laws made by an authority to control how something is done or used.
- Authority: The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
Examples
- Thalidomide: A drug that was banned due to causing birth defects.
- DDT: A pesticide that was banned due to its harmful effects on wildlife and potential harm to humans.
- Human Cloning: A practice that is banned in many countries due to ethical concerns.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Banned
- Wikipedia's article - Banned
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