Exploring Lessons Learned From a Century of Outbreaks
2019
This 2019 report examines the lessons from influenza pandemics and other major outbreaks. The report summarizes the findings of two National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine workshops aimed at understanding the extent to which lessons learned could be applied to help countries prepare for future pandemics. This publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from both workshops, and includes a commissioned background paper.
Key chapters include:
- Introduction
- Is the World Ready to Respond to the Next Influenza Pandemic?
- Global Progress to Prepare for the Next Influenza Pandemic
- Reflections on a Century of Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Pandemics
- Building Local and National Capacities for Outbreak Preparedness
- A Spectrum of Considerations for Pandemic Vaccines
- The Development of the PIP Framework: Global Lessons on Equity and Fairness for Pandemic Preparedness
- Overcoming Impediments to Achieving Greater Preparedness
- Visions on Potential Priorities and Actions for Preparedness by 2030
Educators can tailor lessons or activities based on a specific chapter. The report is best suited for courses focusing on health equity, global governance, infectious disease management, and disaster preparedness.
Exploring Lessons Learned From a Century of Outbreaks
Source:
Exploring Lessons Learned From a Century of Outbreaks: Readiness for 2030: Proceedings of a Workshop. The National Academies Press 2019. DOI: https://doi.org/10.17226/25391.