Publications by authors named "Harsh Lata"
BMJ Glob Health
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- * The WHO published the first COVID-19 Weekly Epidemiological Update on August 17, 2020, and continued until the final edition on September 1, 2023, after which updates transitioned to a comprehensive format every 4 weeks.
- * The article reviews the WEU's data collection and publication process, its global impact, and offers recommendations to improve collaboration and information sharing for future health crises.
BMJ Glob Health
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- WHO collaborates with countries to manage acute public health events by providing reliable information through Disease Outbreak News (DON) reports.
- Since 1996, WHO has published over 3000 DON reports, focusing on major health threats like Ebola and cholera, with significant public interest highlighted by 2.6 million visits per year.
- The structure of DON reports has evolved to enhance clarity and detail, reflecting WHO's ongoing efforts to improve how they communicate health information globally.
PLOS Glob Public Health
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The World Health Organization (WHO) has established a strong public health intelligence (PHI) system to detect and assess acute global health threats, guided by the International Health Regulations (2005).
- - PHI involves four main steps: detection, verification, risk assessment, and reporting, which are carried out continuously at WHO's headquarters and regional offices.
- - As public health risks increase globally, a diverse team is essential for effective PHI operations, making it a critical component of the global health framework.
