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Emerging Global Health Threats

Emerging global health threats refer to new or previously unrecognized health risks that can affect populations worldwide, often arising from factors such as infectious diseases, environmental changes, and antimicrobial resistance. These threats can lead to significant public health challenges and require coordinated international responses to mitigate their impact.

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Emerging global health threats are a significant concern for public health systems worldwide. These threats can arise from new diseases or the resurgence of previously controlled diseases, often influenced by factors such as globalization, environmental changes, and antimicrobial resistance. Underst...

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Key Terms

Infectious Disease
A disease caused by pathogens that can be transmitted from one individual to another.

Example: Influenza is an infectious disease that spreads easily among people.

Antimicrobial Resistance
The ability of microorganisms to resist the effects of medications that once killed them.

Example: MRSA is a type of bacteria that has become resistant to many antibiotics.

Globalization
The process by which businesses and other organizations develop international influence.

Example: Globalization has increased the speed at which diseases can spread across borders.

Public Health
The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.

Example: Public health initiatives aim to prevent disease outbreaks.

Epidemiology
The study of how diseases affect the health and illness of populations.

Example: Epidemiologists track the spread of diseases to inform public health responses.

Vaccination
A method of preventing disease by introducing a vaccine into the body.

Example: Vaccination against measles has significantly reduced its incidence worldwide.

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Key Concepts

Infectious DiseasesAntimicrobial ResistanceGlobalizationPublic Health Policy