Claude Sonnet 5Oct 1517 citations
Is the US prepared to deal with another pandemic or widespread health crisis?
Based on current assessments, the picture is mixed and concerning to many public health experts. This is a matter of ongoing debate with significant evidence pointing to eroding capacity, though some structural strengths remain.
Signs of Weakening Preparedness
Federal workforce and funding cuts: In 2025, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a major restructuring that would shrink the H