Ready or Not? Protecting The Public’s Health From Diseases, Disasters, And Bioterrorism Report issued by the Trust for America’s Health
The “Ready or Not?” report by the Trust for America’s Health
(TFAH) is a publication that offers an independent evaluation of
the U.S.’s public health readiness, highlighting progress and
areas needing improvement.
It reviews state preparedness levels, the federal government’s
role, and suggests enhancements for emergency response
capabilities. The report promotes accountability in the use of
taxpayer funds for health emergency readiness and recommends
transitioning to a strategic, capability-focused system for
effective response to health crises, including disease,
disasters, and bio-terrorism threats. It also emphasizes the need
for transparency to allow policymakers to accurately gauge the
nation’s preparedness.
