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When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the world was relatively fortunate in some aspects. With prior research into coronaviruses and a relatively mild impact on children, there were elements that could have been worse. However, as Ambrose and Hurton discuss, the global health landscape has changed dramatically over the last five years. Now, numerous diseases are re-emerging, notably in regions like the Democratic Republic of Congo, where a mysterious ailment recently claimed dozens of lives.
Ambrose expresses deep concern over the prospect of another pandemic occurring, particularly one that could be more lethal or contagious than COVID-19. The interconnectedness of our modern world means that outbreaks can easily transcend borders before adequate responses can be formulated.