Legal approaches play a crucial role in underpinning human rights and health by establishing clear obligations for governments and institutions to respect, protect, and fulfill health-related rights. Laws provide a framework for accountability, ensuring that individuals can claim their rights to health services and protection. However, conflicts can sometimes arise between individual human rights and public health benefits, such as during infectious disease outbreaks where measures like quarantine may restrict personal freedoms. Balancing these interests requires careful legal and ethical considerations to protect public health while minimizing rights infringements. Transparent decision-making and community engagement are essential to navigate these tensions fairly.