Overview
This landscape report on the current status of activities related to
medical countermeasures (MCMs) for pandemic response underscores the
urgent need for action in this critical area. From bolstering research
and development to diversifying manufacturing capacities, coordinating
global procurement efforts, ensuring equitable allocation approaches for
these lifesaving interventions, and making sure arrangements are in
place so that they reach the very last mile and enable appropriate use
by those in need, the journey toward pandemic preparedness traverses a
multifaceted landscape.
Yet, despite the progress made, critical
gaps in MCM-related aspects remain, and vulnerabilities urgently need to
be addressed. This report explores scientific advancements and ongoing
or planned activities in the field of MCMs. While there is much progress
to note and acknowledge, it is evident that significant work remains to
strengthen our abilities to prepare for and respond to pandemics.
Moreover,
no single entity can tackle this monumental task alone. A network of
networks is needed, wherein collaboration and coordination among
regional and global health actors are strengthened, ensuring a coherent,
streamlined, and accountable approach to pandemic preparedness. This
report emphasizes the importance of collective effort in navigating the
complex landscape of medical countermeasures and enhancing global health
security.
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