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Infectious Diseases and International Regulations

Historical Precedents and Modern Lessons: Infectious Diseases and International Regulations

Infectious diseases have long been a global concern, prompting international efforts dating back to the 19th century.

The establishment of international regulations began with the International Sanitary Conference in 1851 and evolved through the formation of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. Despite early regulations targeting specific infectious diseases, the focus shifted with advancements in public health, until events like the 2003 SARS outbreak highlighted the ongoing threat of infectious diseases on a global scale.

How have historical pandemics, such as the Black Death and the 2003 SARS outbreak, influenced the development of international regulations for infectious diseases?

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