ASPHER Statement: Facing the Fourth Winter of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Rok Hrzic, Nadav Davidovitch, Henrique Barros, Henrique Lopes, Jose M.Martin Moreno, Amanda J. Mason-Jones, Alison McCallum, John Reid, Ralf Reintjes, Mohamud Sheek-Hussein, Judit Simon, Brian Li Han Wong, Lore Leighton, Robert Otok, John Middleton

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Abstract

The coming winter is the fourth since the COVID-19 pandemic started in late 2019. The rapidity with which novel variants of the virus are emerging and eroding the effectiveness of established tools for the detection, prevention, and treatment of the illness poses an ongoing challenge to healthcare systems, on top of emerging threats such as the MPVX and polio as well as preparations for seasonal influenza, all within the context of pandemic fatigue both for the general public and health workforce. At the same time, policymakers worldwide now possess the experience necessary to stage effective and equitable responses to the pandemic. In this statement, we reflect on the key lessons for managing the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the context of multiple intersecting global threats.
Original languageEnglish
Article number1605395
JournalPublic Health Reviews
Volume43
DOIs
StatePublished - 3 Oct 2022

Keywords

  • COVID-19 pandemic
  • enhanced surveillance
  • equity
  • evidence informed policy
  • trust
  • vaccination policy
  • winter planning

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Community and Home Care
  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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