SARS, Avian Influenza, and Swine Flu - Lessons and Prospects for Global Health

Explore the emergence and impact of SARS, avian influenza, and swine flu in this 41-minute lecture from Yale University's "Epidemics in Western Society Since 1600" course. Examine how these 21st-century diseases reflect globalization and modernity, serving as dress rehearsals for future epidemics. Analyze the global response to SARS, including the rapid mobilization of scientists and the implementation of traditional public health strategies. Investigate the symptoms, epidemiology, and societal effects of each disease, while considering the challenges of drug production, distribution, and healthcare system capacity in the face of major epidemics. Gain insights into the positive developments in international health collaboration and information sharing, as well as the lessons learned for future pandemic preparedness.