The impact of delayed disease treatment on inmates' right to life and health: A comparative study of correctional healthcare systems
Keywords:
right to health, preventive healthcare, correctional institutionsAbstract
Background: Correctional institutions are responsible for ensuring inmates’ right to life and health. However, many prisons prioritize curative healthcare over preventive measures, leading to severe health risks. This study examines the case of inmate AM’s death at Blitar Prison, which resulted from delayed medical intervention. The study also compares healthcare practices in different correctional facilities to highlight best practices. Methods: The method used in this research is doctrinal research. Additionally, a comparative analysis is performed by evaluating healthcare standards in other prisons, particularly Class IIB Sampit Prison, which implements daily health check-ups. Findings: The study reveals that Blitar Prison failed to implement adequate preventive healthcare services, which contributed to AM’s death. The lack of health education and routine medical check-ups resulted in delayed treatment, violating inmates' fundamental rights. A comparison with Sampit Prison demonstrates that proactive healthcare policies, including daily medical examinations and in-cell visits, significantly improve inmate health outcomes. Conclusion: To prevent similar cases, correctional institutions must enhance preventive healthcare services through regular medical screenings and health education for inmates. Additionally, the Directorate General of Corrections must establish a revised Basic Healthcare Service Standard for prisons in accordance with Law No. 22 of 2022. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study provides a critical evaluation of prison healthcare policies and emphasizes the shift from a curative approach to a preventive one. By highlighting best practices, the research contributes to policy recommendations that can improve healthcare in correctional institutions.
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