How We Can Prepare for the Next Pandemic

The video discusses the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the decline in cases and the importance of vaccination. It emphasizes preventive measures like ventilation and mask usage, especially as weather changes. The video reviews past mistakes, such as inadequate testing and mixed messaging on masks, and suggests improvements for future pandemics, including better indoor air quality. It concludes with strategies for managing the virus in an endemic phase and the importance of clear public health messaging.

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What steps should health leaders take to communicate effectively during an endemic?