Dr. Fahad Razak emphasizes that Canada must learn from COVID-19 to improve health emergency preparedness, advocating for continuous communication and a unified scientific advisory approach.
The report highlights the need for significant investment in research targeting vulnerable demographics during health crises, ensuring that support mechanisms address their unique challenges.
Effective communication and robust disease surveillance are crucial for public trust, as misinformation can easily spread in the absence of timely and transparent health information.
The lack of proactive emergency protocols in Canada led to substantial delays during the pandemic, underscoring the urgent need for better preparedness and coordination.
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