Australia 'Grossly Unprepared' for Future Pandemics: Experts Call for National CDC on Covid Anniversary
As the world marks the five-year anniversary of Covid, public health experts warn that Australia remains ill-equipped to handle future pandemics, citing a lack of preparedness and calling for the establishment of a national Centre for Disease Control (CDC). With the threat of new variants and outbreaks looming, experts stress the need for improved public health infrastructure and emergency response systems. Key concerns include inadequate funding, insufficient resources, and a lack of coordination between state and federal authorities. Implementing a national CDC could enhance Australia's pandemic preparedness and response, ultimately saving lives and reducing the economic impact of future health crises. Australia's public health system needs urgent attention to address these gaps.
