📅27/12/2025
🌍 Today is International Epidemic Preparedness Day — a day to reflect, learn, and strengthen our readiness for future health crises.
The COVID-19 pandemic showed us that preparedness saves lives. From rapid research and data sharing to resilient health systems and innovative technologies, every step counts in stopping epidemics before they escalate.
The Long COVID Project and other initiatives are helping to build stronger, smarter responses, translating research into actionable solutions that protect communities across Europe and beyond.
Preparedness is not just about reacting; it’s about anticipating, preventing, and supporting those affected.
Together, we can make health systems more resilient, inclusive, and ready for whatever comes next.
