Pandemics

The current pandemic risk is driven by several factors: the ongoing presence of COVID-19, with new variants and vaccine efficacy concerns; the resurgence of flu and avian flu, particularly in poultry, which poses a risk of zoonotic transmission; and measles outbreaks in the US, highlighting gaps in vaccination coverage. Additionally, misinformation about vaccines, especially regarding their safety during pregnancy, continues to undermine public health efforts. While COVID-19 activity is declining, the emergence of other infectious diseases and the potential for misinformation to hinder vaccination campaigns contribute to a sustained moderate risk level.