Pandemics

Viewed record High Risk
History 338 daily observations
Method Curated sources and AI scoring
Viewing November 25, 2025 Return to latest

Pandemics Risk

4.0 / 5
High Risk +0.2 from previous reading

Assessment for this date

Today's pandemic risk is high due to rising COVID-19, flu, and RSV levels, coupled with ongoing avian flu outbreaks and new MERS cases.

Record date

November 25, 2025

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Risk Drivers

What is pushing the current reading.

The current pandemic risk is elevated by several factors: COVID-19, flu, and RSV levels are increasing in various regions, indicating a potential for widespread respiratory illness. Additionally, avian flu outbreaks are affecting multiple states in the US, with human cases reported, which raises concerns about zoonotic transmission. The emergence of new MERS cases in Saudi Arabia further complicates the global health landscape. Despite vaccine availability, public confidence is waning, and misinformation continues to hinder vaccine uptake, exacerbating the risk of disease spread. These elements collectively contribute to a high pandemic threat level.

Risk Reduction Actions

Priority actions generated from the current analysis.

Government

Increase surveillance and reporting of respiratory illnesses to better track and respond to outbreaks.

Public Health Agencies

Intensify public health campaigns to improve vaccine confidence and counter misinformation.

Healthcare Providers

Prepare for potential surges in hospitalizations due to rising respiratory virus levels.

NGOs

Support global vaccination efforts, particularly in regions experiencing new outbreaks of avian flu and MERS.

Research Institutions

Accelerate research on zoonotic diseases and develop strategies to prevent cross-species transmission.

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