Before the start of the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA), which will run until 30 May, the World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled an innovative initiative. This is the launch of a global network dedicated to disease prevention, known as the Global Pathogen Surveillance Network.
The International Pathogen Surveillance Network uses genomic data from pathogens as the basis of its platform, analyzing the genetic code of viruses, bacteria and other microorganisms.
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This approach aims to gain a better understanding of the characteristics of infections, including symptoms, transmission mechanisms, and health risks.
WHO and the monitoring of prevention of diseases with pandemic potential
The main purpose is to improve sample collection systems, taking advantage of relevant data to support public policies and make the decision-making process easier on the part of managers.
In addition, a broader dissemination of information among the scientific community is sought, with a view to sharing valuable knowledge.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom stressed the importance of preparing countries to face new health emergencies during his speech at the event that took place on Monday, 22.
Adhanom emphasized that there is continuing concern about the emergence of new variants capable of triggering disease outbreaks and causing deaths. He also highlighted the possibility of the emergence of even more dangerous emerging pathogens, worse than Covid-19.
He highlighted that pandemics are not the only threat we face, considering a world affected by multiple interconnected crises.
In this context, he underscored the importance of an efficient health emergency preparedness and response framework capable of addressing different types of emergencies.
WHO points out that scientists and public health specialists will be able to use this information to identify and track disease, enabling better prevention and response to outbreaks through a comprehensive system of surveillance.
In addition, the network also aims to facilitate the development of treatments and vaccines based on the collected data.
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