Enactment
Enactment
Enactment (/ɪnˈaktmənt/) is a term used in the medical field to describe the process of making a decision or law active or effective. It is often used in the context of health policy and legislation, where it refers to the formal adoption of a policy, law, or regulation by a legislative body.
Etymology
The term "enactment" comes from the Latin word "enactus", which means "to make into law". It has been used in English since the 15th century.
Related Terms
- Legislation: The act of making or enacting laws.
- Regulation: A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
- Policy: A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or individual.
- Health Policy: Refers to decisions, plans, and actions that are undertaken to achieve specific health care goals within a society.
- Law: A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.
Usage in Medical Context
In the medical context, enactment often refers to the process by which health policies or laws are formally adopted and implemented. This can include the enactment of new regulations for medical practices, the enactment of health care reform laws, or the enactment of policies related to public health.
For example, the enactment of the Affordable Care Act in the United States in 2010 led to significant changes in the country's health care system. Similarly, the enactment of policies related to the COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on public health and medical practices worldwide.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Enactment
- Wikipedia's article - Enactment
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