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Developing policy options for SARS and SARS-like diseases - a Delphi study.

A M Syed1, L Hjarnoe, R Krumkamp

  • 1Department of Health Promotion Research, Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark. dr.ahmedsyed@gmail.com

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Experts identified key gaps in pandemic preparedness for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and similar diseases. They recommend testing plans, enhancing surveillance, and ensuring universal healthcare access during outbreaks.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Disease Policy
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Existing preparedness and response plans for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and similar emerging infectious diseases exhibit gaps and inconsistencies.
  • Effective containment of communicable disease outbreaks requires robust surveillance and well-defined response strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the findings of the SARSControl Delphi study, which aimed to develop policy options for national and international emerging infectious disease strategies.
  • To gather expert consensus on critical areas for improvement in preparedness and response planning for SARS and SARS-like diseases.

Main Methods:

  • The study employed the Delphi technique, involving a pilot round, two written rounds, and a face-to-face meeting.
  • A panel of 38 experts from 22 countries participated in the study.

Main Results:

  • Experts emphasized the necessity of regularly testing pandemic preparedness plans at various regional levels.
  • Key recommendations include strengthening surveillance measures for rapid outbreak containment and integrating detailed triage plans into national pandemic strategies.
  • The study identified the need for generic pandemic plans and universal healthcare access during outbreaks, while the efficacy of non-medical interventions like travel bans requires further investigation.

Conclusions:

  • Disseminating these findings can help address deficiencies in current pandemic planning and response for SARS and SARS-like diseases.
  • The study contributes valuable knowledge for developing more effective national and international policies on emerging infectious diseases.