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How we can be prepared

Roundtable video discussing how to be prepared for the next public health emergency

In this video, Christine, Emma, Richard and Thanat review what resources were in place before the COVID-19 emergency and how we can apply what has been developed so far for the next public health threats.

Can you identify the knowledge and technology developed for other diseases that were employed to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic? Share with us in the comments.

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