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    • Proactive investment in public health infrastructure is vital.

    Outlook:

    • Continued investment in public health surveillance is necessary to mitigate future pandemic threats.
    • International collaboration in pathogen monitoring must be maintained.
    • Developing adaptive strategies for pathogen surveillance is key.