Prof. Emma Thomson, an expert in viral research, highlights that pandemics are likely to occur more frequently due to various factors. Although advancements in technology such as genetic sequencing and mRNA vaccines enhance preparedness, significant vulnerabilities persist globally. There are concerns about inequality in access to resources between wealthy and poorer nations. As global leaders discuss a pandemic preparedness accord, Thomson points out the importance of sustaining new technological capabilities while addressing infrastructural and healthcare disparities, particularly in regions like Africa that experience rapid urbanization and travel improvements.
Thomson emphasizes that pandemics are now expected to occur more frequently, potentially even within the coming years, necessitating enhanced global preparedness in healthcare.
Technological advances in genetic sequencing and AI offer promising tools to combat pandemics; however, the need for equitable access and global collaboration remains crucial.
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