Abstract
This study examined the development of“Basic Guidelines for Promotion of Control Measures for Hepatitis” from the perspective of “Technologies of Humility” asserted by Sheila Jasanoff. “Technologies of Humility” entail policy making based on four principles, framing, vulnerability, distribution, and learning. Following the discussions in the advisory committee on hepatitis, it can be concluded that the scope of policy objectives has been expanded to encompass not only individuals with hepatitis but also those suffering from cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer. Concerning vulnerability, it is believed that the discrimination and prejudice against patients with hepatitis necessitates special care. With respect to distribution, there have been modifications in the research framework, investigation plans, and fund allocation concerning hepatitis. Regarding learning, a policy of possible research on the effects of each budgetary project based on the basic guidelines was formulated. Consequently, the representatives of patients with hepatitis and their families play a critical role in introducing the perspectives of “Technologies of Humility” to policies related to hepatitis. Therefore, this form of civic participation is important to improve the quality of medical policies.