Claude Sonnet 5Sep 1321 citations
Is the US prepared to deal with another pandemic or widespread health crisis?
Based on current assessments, the picture is decidedly mixed — and many experts and official reports suggest the U.S. is less prepared now than it was even a few years ago, despite some pockets of scientific progress.
Signs of Weakening Preparedness
Federal funding and infrastructure cuts: Multiple 2025-2026 reports point to significant erosion of the federal public health system. The President