Synergistic fight against future pandemics: Lessons from previous pandemics.

Autor:	Okesanya OJ; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Nigeria.; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kwara State University, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria., Olatunji G; Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria., Manirambona E; College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda., Oluebube MM; Department of Physiotherapy, David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital, Uburu, Ebonyi State, Nigeria., Rasheed AA; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kwara State University, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria., Olaleke NO; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kwara State University, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.; Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria., Ogunlayi AC; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Nigeria., Ogaya JB; Department of Medical Technology, Far Eastern University, Manila, Philippines., Oladipo EK; Department of Microbiology, Laboratory of Immunology, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria., Igbalajobi OA; Department of Biology, Ambrose University, Calgary, Alberta, Canada., Oso TA; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Nigeria., Lucero-Prisno DE 3rd; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Nigeria.; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kwara State University, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.; Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.; College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda.; Department of Physiotherapy, David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital, Uburu, Ebonyi State, Nigeria.; Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria.; Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.; Department of Medical Technology, Far Eastern University, Manila, Philippines.; Department of Microbiology, Laboratory of Immunology, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria.; Department of Biology, Ambrose University, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.; Department of Global Health and Development, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Le infezioni in medicina [Infez Med] 2023 Dec 01; Vol. 31 (4), pp. 429-439. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Dec 01 (Print Publication: 2023).
DOI:	10.53854/liim-3104-2
Abstrakt:	The history of pandemics spans centuries and has had a profound impact on human health, societies, and economies. Pandemics have caused fear, panic, and significant morbidity and mortality rates throughout history. From the Athenian Plague in 430 BC to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, infectious diseases have posed a continuous threat to global health systems. The transition from hunter-gatherer societies to agrarian communities, increased trade and interaction between humans and animals, urbanization, travel rates, and the impact of a growing human population have all contributed to the emergence and spread of infectious diseases. Climate change and changes in land use further affect the transmission of pathogens and the distribution of disease-carrying vectors. Lessons from previous pandemics include the importance of early diagnosis and response, global cooperation and collaboration, strengthened healthcare systems, preparedness planning, public health education and communication, research and development, and adaptability and flexibility in response strategies. These lessons emphasize the significance of timely identification, swift action, sharing information and resources, investing in healthcare infrastructure, preparedness planning, effective communication, research advancements, and the ability to adapt measures as pandemics evolve. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced the need for a collaborative and coordinated global response to future pandemics. Governments, international bodies, healthcare organizations, and individuals could learn from the lessons of the past and apply them effectively to combat and mitigate the impact of future outbreaks. By prioritizing all the recommendations stated, the world can synergistically protect public health and minimize the devastating consequences of pandemics. Competing Interests: Competing interest: The authors declare no conflict of interest.
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