Pandemics, pathogens and being prepared: why the work to identify emerging threats never stopsPandemics are becoming more common, and global preparedness is critical for future health threats.
Bill Gates says we're 'absolutely not' ready for another pandemicBill Gates emphasizes urgent need for pandemic preparedness despite lessons from COVID-19.
Can a pandemic treaty end vaccine inequity in Africa?Vaccine inequity remains a significant challenge, particularly in Africa, highlighting the need for a global treaty to ensure fair distribution.
Disease X: Are we ready for the next killer pandemic?COVID-19 revealed global unpreparedness for future pandemics, highlighting urgent need for research and combating vaccine hesitancy.
Bird flu is a real pandemic threat. Are we prepared for the worst? | Devi SridharAvian 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.,
The world needs innovative antiviral drugs-but market incentives won't align until it's too late, Germany's 'head of challenges' warnsGlobal health security remains fragile post-COVID-19, highlighting the urgent need for broad-spectrum antivirals to effectively combat future pandemics.
Pandemics, pathogens and being prepared: why the work to identify emerging threats never stopsPandemics are becoming more common, and global preparedness is critical for future health threats.
Bill Gates says we're 'absolutely not' ready for another pandemicBill Gates emphasizes urgent need for pandemic preparedness despite lessons from COVID-19.
Can a pandemic treaty end vaccine inequity in Africa?Vaccine inequity remains a significant challenge, particularly in Africa, highlighting the need for a global treaty to ensure fair distribution.
Disease X: Are we ready for the next killer pandemic?COVID-19 revealed global unpreparedness for future pandemics, highlighting urgent need for research and combating vaccine hesitancy.
Bird flu is a real pandemic threat. Are we prepared for the worst? | Devi SridharAvian 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.,
The world needs innovative antiviral drugs-but market incentives won't align until it's too late, Germany's 'head of challenges' warnsGlobal health security remains fragile post-COVID-19, highlighting the urgent need for broad-spectrum antivirals to effectively combat future pandemics.
Four ways COVID changed virology: lessons from the most sequenced virus of all timeSARS-CoV-2 research has provided unprecedented insights into virus evolution and public health.
Lessons Should Have Been Learned From Previous PandemicsThe world remains unprepared for future pandemics despite lessons from COVID-19 and previous outbreaks like SARS and MERS.
Learn COVID pandemic lessons - before it's too latePolitical will and support for pandemic preparedness remain lacking five years post-COVID-19.While there are improvements in vaccine technology and manufacturing, political will has waned.Countries must act quickly to enhance preparedness for future pandemics to avoid being caught unprepared.
Sapphire anvils squeeze metals atomically-thinResearchers have successfully manufactured large flakes of 2D metals using a new method of squeezing molten metals.The COVID-19 pandemic provided key insights for virologists that may enhance future pandemic preparedness.
Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?Airborne transmission of COVID-19 was initially overlooked, leading to widespread infections later recognized by the WHO.Researching airborne diseases like bird flu has gained urgency post-COVID.
Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents revealNIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
Four ways COVID changed virology: lessons from the most sequenced virus of all timeSARS-CoV-2 research has provided unprecedented insights into virus evolution and public health.
Lessons Should Have Been Learned From Previous PandemicsThe world remains unprepared for future pandemics despite lessons from COVID-19 and previous outbreaks like SARS and MERS.
Learn COVID pandemic lessons - before it's too latePolitical will and support for pandemic preparedness remain lacking five years post-COVID-19.While there are improvements in vaccine technology and manufacturing, political will has waned.Countries must act quickly to enhance preparedness for future pandemics to avoid being caught unprepared.
Sapphire anvils squeeze metals atomically-thinResearchers have successfully manufactured large flakes of 2D metals using a new method of squeezing molten metals.The COVID-19 pandemic provided key insights for virologists that may enhance future pandemic preparedness.
Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?Airborne transmission of COVID-19 was initially overlooked, leading to widespread infections later recognized by the WHO.Researching airborne diseases like bird flu has gained urgency post-COVID.
Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents revealNIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
How the pandemic changed the world of disease control for worse and for betterThe pandemic has highlighted gaps in global health readiness, prompting innovations like portable labs for rapid disease tracking.
The Next Flu Pandemic Could Be Worse Than Covid If We Don't Heed HistoryWe must reflect on our pandemic preparedness as historical parallels remind us of vulnerabilities in public health.
Experts worry that public health turmoil could make bird flu deadlierThe risk of bird flu evolving to transmit between humans is a growing concern, emphasizing the need for effective collaboration in pandemic preparedness.
Why scientists' fears about bird flu are intensifyingH5 bird flu cases in humans are rising, raising concerns about a potential future pandemic.
How would RFK Jr. handle bird flu? His record on vaccines has experts on edgeThe spread of bird flu among livestock raises concerns of potential pandemics, necessitating urgent federal health preparedness.
Bird Flu Has Been Found in a U.S. Pig for the First TimeBird 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.
How the pandemic changed the world of disease control for worse and for betterThe pandemic has highlighted gaps in global health readiness, prompting innovations like portable labs for rapid disease tracking.
The Next Flu Pandemic Could Be Worse Than Covid If We Don't Heed HistoryWe must reflect on our pandemic preparedness as historical parallels remind us of vulnerabilities in public health.
Experts worry that public health turmoil could make bird flu deadlierThe risk of bird flu evolving to transmit between humans is a growing concern, emphasizing the need for effective collaboration in pandemic preparedness.
Why scientists' fears about bird flu are intensifyingH5 bird flu cases in humans are rising, raising concerns about a potential future pandemic.
How would RFK Jr. handle bird flu? His record on vaccines has experts on edgeThe spread of bird flu among livestock raises concerns of potential pandemics, necessitating urgent federal health preparedness.
Bird Flu Has Been Found in a U.S. Pig for the First TimeBird 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.
How do people catch bird flu?The rise in bird flu cases in cattle and chickens is causing concern for potential human infection risks.
How vulnerable might humans be to bird flu? Scientists see hope in existing immunityPreexisting immunity from seasonal flu may provide some protection against severe bird flu, but population-wide safety is not guaranteed.
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.
Is Trump Ready for Bird Flu?Trump's administration has not adequately addressed the growing bird flu threat, raising concerns about pandemic preparedness.
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.
Bird flu outbreak at Colorado farm as 5 workers test positive: Experts warn of 'turning point,' call for urgent actionExperts 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.
How do people catch bird flu?The rise in bird flu cases in cattle and chickens is causing concern for potential human infection risks.
How vulnerable might humans be to bird flu? Scientists see hope in existing immunityPreexisting immunity from seasonal flu may provide some protection against severe bird flu, but population-wide safety is not guaranteed.
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.
Is Trump Ready for Bird Flu?Trump's administration has not adequately addressed the growing bird flu threat, raising concerns about pandemic preparedness.
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.
Bird flu outbreak at Colorado farm as 5 workers test positive: Experts warn of 'turning point,' call for urgent actionExperts 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.
Trump Team's Plan to "Make America Great Again" Is to Eviscerate Public SafetyMass firings in critical government agencies threaten national safety and counter pandemic risks.
What AI Policy Can Learn from Pandemic PreparednessPandemic preparedness strategies can offer insights for addressing AI-related national security threats.
Trump Threatens to Shut Down Pandemic Preparedness Office Launched by BidenBiden's campaign criticized Trump for planning to close the Office of Pandemic Preparedness, emphasizing the importance of pandemic readiness and swift responses.
Trump Team's Plan to "Make America Great Again" Is to Eviscerate Public SafetyMass firings in critical government agencies threaten national safety and counter pandemic risks.
What AI Policy Can Learn from Pandemic PreparednessPandemic preparedness strategies can offer insights for addressing AI-related national security threats.
Trump Threatens to Shut Down Pandemic Preparedness Office Launched by BidenBiden's campaign criticized Trump for planning to close the Office of Pandemic Preparedness, emphasizing the importance of pandemic readiness and swift responses.
How the UK planned for the wrong pandemicBaroness Hallett's report highlighted the UK's decade of over-confidence and misguided pandemic preparedness, leading to severe consequences during the Covid-19 crisis.
Britain must build own vaccine manufacturing capability, says Matt HancockBritain needs to establish its own vaccine manufacturing capability to ensure timely access during future pandemics.
How the UK planned for the wrong pandemicBaroness Hallett's report highlighted the UK's decade of over-confidence and misguided pandemic preparedness, leading to severe consequences during the Covid-19 crisis.
Britain must build own vaccine manufacturing capability, says Matt HancockBritain needs to establish its own vaccine manufacturing capability to ensure timely access during future pandemics.
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.
Why bird poop may be the key to stopping the next flu pandemicThe horseshoe crab mating season and shorebird migration present critical opportunities for scientists to study and monitor influenza viruses.
A month-by-month look at the misinformation that caught our attention in a busy news year - PoynterMisinformation spread rampantly in 2023, fueled by major events and sensational claims, emphasizing the need for reliable information.
Britain needs a vaccine taskforce' to prepare for the next pandemic, Lords warnThe Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground reporting amidst critical social issues, advocating for accessible journalism funded by donations.
Bird flu could become a human pandemic. How are countries preparing?Efforts are increasing to monitor and prepare for the potential spread of avian flu from cattle to humans, which poses a risk of a pandemic.
Britain needs a vaccine taskforce' to prepare for the next pandemic, Lords warnThe Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground reporting amidst critical social issues, advocating for accessible journalism funded by donations.
Bird flu could become a human pandemic. How are countries preparing?Efforts are increasing to monitor and prepare for the potential spread of avian flu from cattle to humans, which poses a risk of a pandemic.
NHS turns to DNA sequencing to prevent future pandemicThe UK is developing a real-time surveillance system to enhance pandemic preparedness and response through rapid pathogen detection.
Why the next pandemic could come from the Arctic - and what to do about itA unified approach across disciplines is essential to manage the emerging health threats from zoonotic diseases in the rapidly warming Arctic.
Has the next pandemic already started?The world needs to urgently prepare for a potential avian flu pandemic.
Scientists Are Testing mRNA Bird Flu VaccinesDevelopment of mRNA vaccines for bird flu in cows to protect humans. Plans for mRNA flu vaccines alongside traditional egg-based methods for potential pandemics.
The pathogens that could spark the next pandemicThe WHO updated the list of priority pathogens to over 30, aiding in allocating resources for treatment and vaccine development.
Has the next pandemic already started?The world needs to urgently prepare for a potential avian flu pandemic.
Scientists Are Testing mRNA Bird Flu VaccinesDevelopment of mRNA vaccines for bird flu in cows to protect humans. Plans for mRNA flu vaccines alongside traditional egg-based methods for potential pandemics.
The pathogens that could spark the next pandemicThe WHO updated the list of priority pathogens to over 30, aiding in allocating resources for treatment and vaccine development.
Hochul's COVID report leaves NY still lacking answers four years laterNew York needs an independent commission to review the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Opinion | As Bird Flu Looms, the Lessons of Past Pandemics Take on New UrgencyBird flu is evolving, increasing chances of cross-species transmissions, highlighting pandemic preparation imperative.
The Guardian view on the Covid inquiry's first report: poor preparation with tragic consequences | EditorialPoliticians and officials in the UK were ill-prepared for a pandemic, with inadequate strategies and lack of consideration for vulnerable groups.
First Covid inquiry report to show UK plan failuresThe failures and weaknesses in the UK's pandemic preparations and the need to learn from other successful countries like Taiwan, Singapore, and South Korea.
Covid inquiry to finally lay bare failure of government and politicians in pandemicUK Covid-19 Inquiry published the report highlighting failures in pandemic preparation, including focusing on flu instead of coronavirus.
U.K. Failed in Handling of Covid Pandemic, Inquiry FindsBritain's pandemic failures due to lack of preparedness and outdated plans.
First Covid inquiry report to show UK plan failuresThe failures and weaknesses in the UK's pandemic preparations and the need to learn from other successful countries like Taiwan, Singapore, and South Korea.
Covid inquiry to finally lay bare failure of government and politicians in pandemicUK Covid-19 Inquiry published the report highlighting failures in pandemic preparation, including focusing on flu instead of coronavirus.
U.K. Failed in Handling of Covid Pandemic, Inquiry FindsBritain's pandemic failures due to lack of preparedness and outdated plans.
The Covid inquiry report makes it clear: Britain was completely and fatally unprepared | Devi SridharEast Asian countries learned from Sars, updating pandemic preparedness, while the UK's complacency led to unpreparedness and preventable deaths during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Verdict due on impact of Brexit and austerity on Covid-19 responseAusterity 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.