The Research Preparedness Program for East & Central Africa (RPECA) aims to build regional capacity to rapidly generate evidence during disease outbreaks.

PATH, Africa CDC, and @cepi.net conducted the first RPECA workshop last December. Read the report: https://bit.ly/4st7dtv

#EpidemicPreparedness

Building Trust, Saving Lives | How ARC-WA Is Strengthening Epidemic Preparedness in West Africa West Africa is strengthening its defence against Lassa fever and future epidemics. The CEPI-funded Advancing Research Capacity in West Africa (ARC-WA) project is helping build strong, locally led clinical research capacity which will enable faster, safer, and more effective response to Lassa fever and emerging health threats. Through the establishment of Clinical Trial Units, advanced laboratories, mobile clinics, and sustained community engagement, ARC-WA is positioning the region to develop and test vaccines within the first 100 days of an outbreak. Implemented by MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM and the International Vaccine Institute (IVI), with partners in Owo and Bauchi, Nigeria, this is what collaborative science, community engagement, and regional leadership look like in action. Subscribe to our channel for more stories on health research, innovation, and impact across in The Gambia and West Africa. 📽️: @STSPictures #ARCWA #CEPI #EpidemicPreparedness #GlobalHealth #ClinicalResearch #VaccineDevelopment #WestAfrica #HealthSecurity #mrc #MRCG #gambia #IVI

West Africa is strengthening its defence against #LassaFever and future epidemics.

The @cepi.net -funded #ARCWA project is building locally led clinical research capacity to develop & test vaccines within the first 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ days of an outbreak.

Watch: tinyurl.com/2v2kmh86

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On the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness today, let’s push for smarter systems, faster responses, and fair access to vaccines and care — no one should be left behind. #EpidemicPreparedness #GlobalHealth

This unique cohort study is building vital “peacetime” baseline data so if a new outbreak occurs, real-time data comparison can be rapidly undertaken, helping health authorities and policymakers make faster, better-informed decisions.

#EpidemicPreparedness #MCIDresearch
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27 December is International Day of #EpidemicPreparedness.

Building more resilient societies in the face of future epidemics needs a #OneHealth approach.

Learn more about how #GENeva ensures the #environment is not forgotten ▶️ tiny.cc/GENEpidemicEnv

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Today is the International Day of #EpidemicPreparedness.
Today highlights the need for continuous investment in prevention, detection, and response to epidemic and pandemic threats and strengthen communities and health systems against ongoing & emerging threats.
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How may life sciences help mitigating pandemic risk in a changing world. Arnaud Fontanet, Institut Pasteur, Paris, France, was the second keynote to complete the first round of panelist to debate the Climate Change and Health at t...

“There will be new pandemics, and we must be ready.”🧪
🗓️ On the International Day of #EpidemicPreparedness watch this #HFSP Summit talk by Arnaud Fontanet (Institut Pasteur) on how #LifeSciences can help mitigate future pandemic risk:
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Using a One Health lens to strengthen epidemic preparedness systems : Intouch Public Health Syeda Tazrian Islam, Andrea Britton, Peter Black, and Babatunde Balogun   Every 27 December, the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness encourages global reflection on how we build strong and resi...

🌍 Epidemic Preparedness Day is Dec 27!

🦠 Epidemics don’t happen in isolation, they’re driven by human, animal & environmental health factors
✅ A #OneHealth approach is key for #EpidemicPreparedness
Let’s keep working together for a healthier, safer world! 🌱🐾👩‍⚕️

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Announcing Module 2 of the Ecraid x @ESCMID online course on Biomedical Data & Sample Governance: 'How to design your data governance framework' in collaboration with CoMeCT, IDDO, CERCLE, @who.int and @tghn-news.bsky.social

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#DataGovernance #EpidemicPreparedness

Africa CDC, Zipline sign MoU to boost epidemic preparedness in Africa The partnership aims to expand last-mile access to medical supplies and strengthen data-driven health response systems across Africa.

The partnership aims to expand last-mile access to medical supplies and strengthen data-driven health response systems across Africa.

#AfricaCDC #Zipline #epidemicpreparedness #dronedelivery

We're excited to kick off a 3-day training on Strengthening Adoption of Epiverse_TRACE Tools in Africa #WHOAFRO in #Senegal.

Organised with #DataDotOrg & funded by New Venture Fund, the workshop promotes data driven decision making & boosts regional collaborations for better #EpidemicPreparedness.

Honoured to welcome #AfricaCDC West Africa RCC Regional Director, Dr Alinon Kokou to #MRCG. Discussions centred on:

✅Collaborations
✅Strengthening #ClinicalResearch capacity
✅Enhancing regional #EpidemicPreparedness & response to build a more resilient African research ecosystem.

#Partnerships

Our Director & leadership team visited #PasteurDakar’s new Director Dr Ibrahima Socé Fall to discuss renewing #collaborations in health security, #ClinicalResearch & #EpidemicPreparedness. Together, we aim to build a stronger, more resilient African research ecosystem.

#GlobalHealth #Partnerships

We are excited to share the launch of the Epidemiological Society of The Gambia (#EpiSoGam), a key milestone for #PublicHealth.

A community of scientific experts will work closely together to strengthen disease surveillance, preparedness & response nationwide.

#EpidemicPreparedness #Research

Tomorrow, @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social will be hosting a side event together with #IVI to share insights on the @cepi.net capacity building project aimed at strengthening #EpidemicPreparedness & collaboration.

Watch this space for update!

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Join us, International Vaccine Institute & health leaders in #W/Africa as we gear up for the @ecowas.bsky.social Lassa Fever Conference 2025.

We will be hosting this side event to share insights on the @cepi.net capacity building project aimed at strengthening #EpidemicPreparedness & collaboration.

Enhancing healthcare and epidemic response strategies in vulnerable settings; a discussion informed by lessons from fieldwork in displaced populations in Italy and Cyprus Panel

Our Douglas Leasure & @nickirons.bsky.social joined Migration Oxford to discuss epidemic preparedness & refugee healthcare— interdisciplinary approaches can drive real change for vulnerable populations.
More info: migration.web.ox.ac.uk/event/enhanc...
#RefugeeHealth #EpidemicPreparedness

#fellowshipalert #epidemicpreparedness #africa #africaresearch… | Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine #FellowshipAlert!   Are you an ambitious African postdoctoral scientist?    We invite you to apply to the #EpidemicPreparedness and Response Fellowship, an opportunity to study and work in an environm...

#FellowshipAlert!

Are you an ambitious African postdoctoral scientist?

Here's a chance to study & work in an environment that supports the development of scientists in #Africa through the #EpidemicPreparedness & Response Fellowship.

More 👉 tinyurl.com/4x5dnvmz

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It was a pleasure to host the @cepi.net Investors Council at our new Seattle office this week! Among the projects discussed was the Research Preparedness Program in East & Central Africa, which aims to bolster regional clinical trial capacity + #EpidemicPreparedness.

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The world should prepare now for a potential H5N1 flu pandemic, experts warn | CEPI The rapid spread and mutation of a deadly bird flu virus in the United States warrants urgent global action, say experts

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The warning comes from CEPI's Executive Director Dr. Nicole Lurie alongside experts from Georgetown University and others, emphasizing that "immunization programs are complex & demand advance planning" for effective pandemic response.

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African Union finally approves framework for Africa CDC epidemics fund The fund will be used to support African countries to prepare and respond to outbreaks.

Africa takes charge of its own health! 🌍💪 The Africa CDC Epidemics Fund moves the continent from donor dependency to self-reliance. Dr. Jean Kaseya calls it a game changer—but will it deliver on its promise? #HealthSovereignty #EpidemicPreparedness
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Epidemics and pandemics are some of the biggest threats to global health security.

In 2024, we’ve stepped up our efforts in #EpidemicPreparedness to keep even more communities around the world healthy and safe.

Find out more: bit.ly/4gyjmY0

#Epidemic preparedness is more than just having personal protective equipment and a stock full of antibiotics.💊 #EpidemicPreparedness also includes prevention strategies, collaboration, equal access to care and basic services, #OneHealth approach and resilient and stronger health systems.💪

Outbreak of yellow fever in the Americas Region:24 deaths out of 50 confirmed cases. On this International Day of #EpidemicPreparedness we are reminded of the risk of re-emergence of old threats and the importance of #research
and #vaccination @yellow4flavi.bsky.social

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Learn more about what’s possible when governments, civil society and advocates join forces, and how we're going to continue to drive progress, in our latest blog: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2024-12...

#EpidemicPreparedness #HealthSecurity #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth

Raising Awareness on the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness On this International Day of Epidemic Preparedness on December 27, we emphasize the importance of raising awareness about the need for proactive measures to combat emerging infectious diseases. The Ye...

On this International Day of #EpidemicPreparedness, we highlight the critical importance of #research and international #collaboration in preventing and responding to global health threats, strengthening global resilience against emerging infectious diseases. www.yellow4flavi.eu/post/raising...

Our Work We advocate for a healthier and more equitable future for all. From ensuring that children don’t die from preventable injuries and disease to making roads…

From ensuring #epidemicpreparedness measures are in place, to fighting to #endoverdose right here in the U.S., our proven advocacy approach supports locally led movements to affect policy change and save lives. www.advocacyincubator.org/our-work