International Day of Epidemic Preparedness

The United Nations General Assembly by the resolution A/RES/75/27 ; have designated 27 December as International Day of Epidemic Preparedness and invite us to observe the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness annually in an appropriate manner and in accordance with national contexts and priorities, through education and awareness-raising activities, and to highlight the importance of the prevention of , preparedness for and partnership against epidemics . Preparedness for these events (Paandemics and Epidemics) is essential, but there is considerable variation in the ability of countries, and organizations, to respond to outbreaks and other systemic shocks. An effective response requires transdisciplinary, multisectoral approaches with international collaboration to address complex public health emergencies and rapidly scale up responses. Nearly 40 years of collective experience from HIV research has great potential to inform the public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic,...