I found the following discussing the right to
refuse treatment:
This first link says:
"A threat to the community: A patient's refusal of medical treatment cannot pose a threat to the community. Communicable diseases, for instance, would require treatment or isolation to prevent the spread to the general public. A mentally ill patient who poses a physical threat to himself or others is another example."
Most patients have the final decision on medical care, including the right to refuse treatment. Learn the exceptions and how to use this right.
www.verywellhealth.com
This next link says, "In most of these cases, a patient may not refuse treatment if doing so will extend his time away from work and his ability to support himself. He must continue to rely on others to provide him with income.
Most patients have the final decision on medical care, including the right to refuse treatment. Learn the exceptions and how to use this right.
www.verywellhealth.com
However, I could not find any link identifying specific diseases for which the government or some institution/employer can require treatment. Does anyone know? Can the govt or any particular industries or institutions require treatment for any of these?
Covid
AIDS
Leprosy
Ebola
Tuberculosis
Typhoid
STDs
Others?
Thanks in advance.