Pandemic Preparedness: Lessons Learned from Covid-19

Fabiola Mwendwa G.

School of Applied Health Sciences Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed critical gaps in global pandemic preparedness, underscoring the need for a multifaceted approach to mitigating future crises. This paper examines the epidemiological characteristics of COVID-19, evaluates public health response strategies, and assesses the resilience of healthcare systems and economic structures. While countries worldwide adopted diverse interventions, such as lockdowns, testing, and vaccination campaigns, disparities in outcomes highlighted the importance of tailored, evidence-based strategies. The pandemic also demonstrated the interconnectedness of health and economic systems, emphasizing the necessity for integrated planning and equitable resource distribution. By analyzing lessons from the COVID-19 crisis, this study proposes actionable strategies to transform pandemics from global catastrophes into manageable outbreaks with minimal societal impact.

Keywords: Pandemic preparedness, COVID-19, Public health response, Healthcare system resilience, Economic recovery, Vaccine equity.

CITE AS: Fabiola Mwendwa G. (2024). Pandemic Preparedness: Lessons Learned from Covid-19. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC AND EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCES 4(3):42-47. https://doi.org/10.59298/RIJSES/2024/434247