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Taming Covid and Preventing the Next Pandemic, with Mark Honigsbaum and Sir David King

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Lessons from Pandemic Preparedness

This chapter reflects on what advice could have been offered to the government if it were February 2020 again, particularly emphasizing the need for a dedicated pandemic preparedness department. The speakers discuss the importance of experienced leadership and effective communication to build public trust throughout the pandemic response. Additionally, they compare the UK's handling of COVID-19 with that of other countries, addressing issues of groupthink, misinformation, and the necessity for diverse expertise in decision-making.

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