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Globalization has brought the
benefits of efficient transport and trade to many people across the
world. But, it has also allowed the rapid spread of diseases that
otherwise may have been contained by geographical boundaries.
Major emergencies, disasters
and other public threats do not respect national borders and never occur
at convenient times. The magnitude of human suffering caused by these
events is huge, and many aspects of people’s lives are affected –
health, security, housing, access to food, water and other life
commodities. That is why it’s vital
to strengthen public health preparedness planning and timely
response.
In today’s world, health
security needs to be provided through coordinated action and cooperation
between and within governments, the corporate sector, civil society,
media and individuals. No single institution or country has all the
capacities needed to respond to international public health emergencies
caused by epidemics, natural disasters or environmental emergencies, or
by new and emerging infectious diseases. Only by detecting and reporting
problems in their earliest hours can the most appropriate experts and
resources be deployed to prevent or halt the international spread of
disease.
Health, development and global
security are linked. Investment in health is a cornerstone of economic
growth and development. Moreover, the security of all countries is today
increasingly dependent on the capacity of each to act effectively, and
collectively, to minimize health threats.
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