Protecting the Public’s Health: A National Discussion on Emergency Readiness”.

The nation’s readiness for public health emergencies is the focus of a panel discussion on May 29th at 2 PM ET. Experts will examine the key findings of TFAH’s 2024 report, Ready or Not 2024: Protecting the Public’s Health from Diseases, Disasters, and Bioterrorism, and discuss recommendations for policymakers. The report highlights gaps in national and state preparedness for emergencies and offers suggestions to strengthen the public health system and improve emergency readiness.

According to the report, the nation is facing an increasing number of infectious disease outbreaks and extreme weather events. While there have been improvements in some areas of emergency preparedness, policymakers are not always learning from past emergencies. Additionally, funding cuts and health misinformation are putting decades of progress at risk. The recommendations from the report aim to address these issues and ensure that the public health system is better equipped to protect residents during emergencies.

The panel discussion will provide valuable insight into the current state of public health readiness and offer guidance for policymakers on how to improve emergency preparedness. It is essential for decision-makers to heed the recommendations of the TFAH report in order to safeguard the health and safety of the nation’s residents during public health emergencies. Join the panel on May 29th to learn more about the findings of the report and contribute to the discussion on how to protect the public’s health in the face of diseases, disasters, and bioterrorism.