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Coronavirus
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

How the pandemic changed the world of disease control for worse and for better

The pandemic has highlighted gaps in global health readiness, prompting innovations like portable labs for rapid disease tracking.
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Lessons Should Have Been Learned From Previous Pandemics

The world remains unprepared for future pandemics despite lessons from COVID-19 and previous outbreaks like SARS and MERS.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Experts worry that public health turmoil could make bird flu deadlier

The risk of bird flu evolving to transmit between humans is a growing concern, emphasizing the need for effective collaboration in pandemic preparedness.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

How would RFK Jr. handle bird flu? His record on vaccines has experts on edge

The spread of bird flu among livestock raises concerns of potential pandemics, necessitating urgent federal health preparedness.
OMG science
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Bird Flu Has Been Found in a U.S. Pig for the First Time

Bird flu detected in U.S. pigs raises concerns about possible human health risks, emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance.
The current risk to public health remains low, but the situation underscores the importance of vigilance in monitoring animal viruses.
Public health
fromNature
1 day ago

Historic pandemic treaty is a triumph in a world being torn apart

A historic global pandemic preparedness treaty was achieved after extensive negotiations, emphasizing the need for collaborative action to address future pandemics.
Coronavirus
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

How the pandemic changed the world of disease control for worse and for better

The pandemic has highlighted gaps in global health readiness, prompting innovations like portable labs for rapid disease tracking.
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Lessons Should Have Been Learned From Previous Pandemics

The world remains unprepared for future pandemics despite lessons from COVID-19 and previous outbreaks like SARS and MERS.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Experts worry that public health turmoil could make bird flu deadlier

The risk of bird flu evolving to transmit between humans is a growing concern, emphasizing the need for effective collaboration in pandemic preparedness.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

How would RFK Jr. handle bird flu? His record on vaccines has experts on edge

The spread of bird flu among livestock raises concerns of potential pandemics, necessitating urgent federal health preparedness.
OMG science
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Bird Flu Has Been Found in a U.S. Pig for the First Time

Bird flu detected in U.S. pigs raises concerns about possible human health risks, emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance.
The current risk to public health remains low, but the situation underscores the importance of vigilance in monitoring animal viruses.
Public health
fromNature
1 day ago

Historic pandemic treaty is a triumph in a world being torn apart

A historic global pandemic preparedness treaty was achieved after extensive negotiations, emphasizing the need for collaborative action to address future pandemics.
more#public-health
#global-health
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Pandemics, pathogens and being prepared: why the work to identify emerging threats never stops

Pandemics are becoming more common, and global preparedness is critical for future health threats.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Bill Gates says we're 'absolutely not' ready for another pandemic

Bill Gates emphasizes urgent need for pandemic preparedness despite lessons from COVID-19.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu is a real pandemic threat. Are we prepared for the worst? | Devi Sridhar

Avian flu poses increasing global health risks with new mammal-to-human transmission cases.
Governments may need to activate pandemic plans due to the potential for H5N1 to mutate.,
fromFortune Europe
6 months ago
Coronavirus

The world needs innovative antiviral drugs-but market incentives won't align until it's too late, Germany's 'head of challenges' warns

Global health security remains fragile post-COVID-19, highlighting the urgent need for broad-spectrum antivirals to effectively combat future pandemics.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Pandemics, pathogens and being prepared: why the work to identify emerging threats never stops

Pandemics are becoming more common, and global preparedness is critical for future health threats.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu is a real pandemic threat. Are we prepared for the worst? | Devi Sridhar

Avian flu poses increasing global health risks with new mammal-to-human transmission cases.
Governments may need to activate pandemic plans due to the potential for H5N1 to mutate.,
fromFortune Europe
6 months ago
Coronavirus

The world needs innovative antiviral drugs-but market incentives won't align until it's too late, Germany's 'head of challenges' warns

Global health security remains fragile post-COVID-19, highlighting the urgent need for broad-spectrum antivirals to effectively combat future pandemics.
more#global-health
#covid-19
Coronavirus
fromNature
1 month ago

Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents reveal

NIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.
The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry: The key government failings from Baroness Hallett's first report

The Covid inquiry report criticizes the UK government for inadequate planning and preparedness in handling the Coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus
fromNature
1 month ago

Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents reveal

NIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.
The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry: The key government failings from Baroness Hallett's first report

The Covid inquiry report criticizes the UK government for inadequate planning and preparedness in handling the Coronavirus pandemic.
more#covid-19
#bird-flu
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

How vulnerable might humans be to bird flu? Scientists see hope in existing immunity

Preexisting immunity from seasonal flu may provide some protection against severe bird flu, but population-wide safety is not guaranteed.
fromArs Technica
7 months ago
Medicine

Can our stockpiles of Tamiflu protect against a bird flu pandemic?

The potential for H5N1 bird flu to cause a pandemic raises concerns, but the risk to Americans is currently low.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Will There Be a Bird Flu Epidemic Under Trump?

The threat of H5N1 remains elevated as human cases arise, prompting concerns over potential mutations and mismanagement of government response.
fromFortune
9 months ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu outbreak at Colorado farm as 5 workers test positive: Experts warn of 'turning point,' call for urgent action

Experts are urging a more aggressive response to bird flu after cases are reported among workers on an egg farm in Colorado, raising concerns about potential pandemic risks.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

How vulnerable might humans be to bird flu? Scientists see hope in existing immunity

Preexisting immunity from seasonal flu may provide some protection against severe bird flu, but population-wide safety is not guaranteed.
fromArs Technica
7 months ago
Medicine

Can our stockpiles of Tamiflu protect against a bird flu pandemic?

The potential for H5N1 bird flu to cause a pandemic raises concerns, but the risk to Americans is currently low.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Will There Be a Bird Flu Epidemic Under Trump?

The threat of H5N1 remains elevated as human cases arise, prompting concerns over potential mutations and mismanagement of government response.
fromFortune
9 months ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu outbreak at Colorado farm as 5 workers test positive: Experts warn of 'turning point,' call for urgent action

Experts are urging a more aggressive response to bird flu after cases are reported among workers on an egg farm in Colorado, raising concerns about potential pandemic risks.
more#bird-flu
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump Team's Plan to "Make America Great Again" Is to Eviscerate Public Safety

Mass firings in critical government agencies threaten national safety and counter pandemic risks.
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago
Coronavirus

How Worried Should We Be About the Latest Bird Flu Mutation?

Recent H5N1 mutations in a Louisiana patient are concerning, but they do not indicate an immediate rise in pandemic risk according to experts.
OMG science
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Why bird poop may be the key to stopping the next flu pandemic

The horseshoe crab mating season and shorebird migration present critical opportunities for scientists to study and monitor influenza viruses.
Miscellaneous
fromPoynter
4 months ago

A month-by-month look at the misinformation that caught our attention in a busy news year - Poynter

Misinformation spread rampantly in 2023, fueled by major events and sensational claims, emphasizing the need for reliable information.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
5 months ago

NHS turns to DNA sequencing to prevent future pandemic

The UK is developing a real-time surveillance system to enhance pandemic preparedness and response through rapid pathogen detection.
#vaccine-development
fromtime.com
10 months ago
Coronavirus

Scientists Are Testing mRNA Bird Flu Vaccines

Development of mRNA vaccines for bird flu in cows to protect humans. Plans for mRNA flu vaccines alongside traditional egg-based methods for potential pandemics.
fromNature
8 months ago
Coronavirus

The pathogens that could spark the next pandemic

The WHO updated the list of priority pathogens to over 30, aiding in allocating resources for treatment and vaccine development.
fromtime.com
10 months ago
Coronavirus

Scientists Are Testing mRNA Bird Flu Vaccines

Development of mRNA vaccines for bird flu in cows to protect humans. Plans for mRNA flu vaccines alongside traditional egg-based methods for potential pandemics.
fromNature
8 months ago
Coronavirus

The pathogens that could spark the next pandemic

The WHO updated the list of priority pathogens to over 30, aiding in allocating resources for treatment and vaccine development.
more#vaccine-development
#covid-19-response
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago
UK news

How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic

Baroness Hallett's report highlighted the UK's decade of over-confidence and misguided pandemic preparedness, leading to severe consequences during the Covid-19 crisis.
fromNew York Post
8 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul's COVID report leaves NY still lacking answers four years later

New York needs an independent commission to review the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago
UK news

How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic

Baroness Hallett's report highlighted the UK's decade of over-confidence and misguided pandemic preparedness, leading to severe consequences during the Covid-19 crisis.
fromNew York Post
8 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul's COVID report leaves NY still lacking answers four years later

New York needs an independent commission to review the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
more#covid-19-response
#covid-19-inquiry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Key findings from the 2023 Covid inquiry reveal UK carousel of chaos'

Key evidence to Covid-19 inquiry in 2023 revealed UK government chaos at pandemic onset.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Hunt apologises for Covid failings and admits being part of ministerial groupthink'

Jeremy Hunt apologizes for overpreparing for pandemic flu and neglecting other types of pandemics, admitting to groupthink failure highlighted by the Covid Inquiry.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Key findings from the 2023 Covid inquiry reveal UK carousel of chaos'

Key evidence to Covid-19 inquiry in 2023 revealed UK government chaos at pandemic onset.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Hunt apologises for Covid failings and admits being part of ministerial groupthink'

Jeremy Hunt apologizes for overpreparing for pandemic flu and neglecting other types of pandemics, admitting to groupthink failure highlighted by the Covid Inquiry.
more#covid-19-inquiry
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago
Coronavirus

Opinion | As Bird Flu Looms, the Lessons of Past Pandemics Take on New Urgency

Bird flu is evolving, increasing chances of cross-species transmissions, highlighting pandemic preparation imperative.
#government-failure
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry to finally lay bare failure of government and politicians in pandemic

UK Covid-19 Inquiry published the report highlighting failures in pandemic preparation, including focusing on flu instead of coronavirus.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Digital life

U.K. Failed in Handling of Covid Pandemic, Inquiry Finds

Britain's pandemic failures due to lack of preparedness and outdated plans.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry to finally lay bare failure of government and politicians in pandemic

UK Covid-19 Inquiry published the report highlighting failures in pandemic preparation, including focusing on flu instead of coronavirus.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Digital life

U.K. Failed in Handling of Covid Pandemic, Inquiry Finds

Britain's pandemic failures due to lack of preparedness and outdated plans.
more#government-failure
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Coronavirus

Verdict due on impact of Brexit and austerity on Covid-19 response

Austerity and Brexit's impact on the UK's Covid readiness to be revealed in the inquiry's first verdict, with a focus on transparency and accountability.
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