The challenges in sustained U.S. investment for emergency readiness --GAO report

New GAO report details challenges in sustained investment for emergency readiness M-C-C / iStock CIDRAP

In a new report from the US Government Accountability Office (GAO), public health officials cite the challenges of using federal COVID-19 funds to build and maintain infrastructure for emergency readiness. ...

While officials said the all the awards help fund epidemiologic staff and lab supply procurement, some also cited challenges that could impair the country's ability to prepare for and respond to emerging threats.

...