How do local governments contribute to pandemic response? Surveying 25 cities, we documented a crucial role in risk communication and community coordination.
Preparing for the next pandemic requires sustained government funding, efficient financial mechanisms, better public health capacity, strong global leadership, and a commitment to collaboration.
An infection prevention and control initiative improved COVID-19 infection rates for health care workers in Africa, but challenges showed the need for long-term investments in sustainable IPC programs
Effective outbreak response requires sustained investments in health systems—going beyond training to include adequate equipment, space and staffing levels.
Trust in authorities, a sense of control over one’s environment and behavior, and access to resources influenced adherence to public health and social measures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We emphasize the urgent need for sustained funding and coordinated global efforts to strengthen health security capacities and prevent future pandemics.
We make the case that multisectoral coordination, especially by enabling stakeholders to share and coordinate information, resources and personnel, enables appropriate policy responses during crises.
SARS-CoV-2 infections among health care workers caused up to 8.38% of health expenditures in five low- and middle-income countries, underscoring a need for stronger protection measures.
We make the case for a targeted $124 billion investment over 5 years to enable 196 countries to strengthen core capacities across the World Health Organization’s Joint External Evaluation indicators.
