Now that we have studied an outbreak (measles) and a pandemic (COVID–19), consider the following:
What do you think the next pandemic will look like? Do you think we will respond faster because of this experience with COVID–19? Why or why not?
What type of pathogen do you think it will be? Select a potential pandemic pathogen that is not measles or COVID–19.
Which do you think is a potential agent for the next pandemic? (Hint: take a look at CDC Category A agents too)
How will it be different than COVID–19 or the same?
What surveillance, prevention, and control measures would be appropriate for your chosen pathogen?
What is currently being done in the “real world” about this pathogen?
Select a potential pandemic pathogen that is not measles or COVID-19 and explain which do you think is a potential agent for the next pandemic?
