Viruses do not respect borders. An expert explains how the world should prepare for their outbreaks
Recent outbreaks of viruses such as Ebola, hantavirus, and Nipah highlight the urgent need for global preparedness, as these zoonotic infections increasingly cross borders. Experts emphasize that the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the potential for rapid vaccine development, but access to these technologies remains unequal among researchers. Strengthening surveillance, public trust, and international cooperation is essential to manage these health threats effectively.