DISEASE X: A Race Against Time to Contain the Next Global Pandemic

With a foreword by former British Prime Minister, Sir Tony Blair, DISEASE X is a gripping, real-time account of the global effort to prepare for and prevent the next deadly pandemic. The book provides a unique insight into the work of international scientists, public health leaders, and organizations as they race against time to contain outbreaks of new and re-emerging infectious diseases.

The Unseen Enemy: DISEASE X

DISEASE X is the codename given by the World Health Organization (WHO) to a pathogen currently unknown to science that could cause havoc to humankind. The emergence of SARS, H5N1 bird flu, H1N1 swine flu, MERS, Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19 is a stark reminder that the threat of infectious diseases is ever-present and increasing.

Written by Kate Kelland, a seasoned global health and science correspondent, DISEASE X draws on privileged access to the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and its CEO, Dr. Richard Hatchett. CEPI’s pioneering work in seed-funding three successful COVID-19 vaccines, including the AstraZeneca and Moderna shots, is a testament to the power of human ingenuity in the face of adversity.

The book weaves together insights from leading experts, including Bill Gates, Erna Solberg, Jeremy Farrar, and Seth Berkley, to provide a comprehensive analysis of the COVID-19 pandemic and the responses of global health organizations, national governments, and pharmaceutical companies.

A Story of Hope and Human Ingenuity

Despite the devastation caused by COVID-19, DISEASE X is ultimately a story of hope. It highlights the remarkable scientific progress made during the pandemic and the global public health community’s commitment to building on this progress to prevent future threats.

The 100 Days Mission, backed by the G7 and G20, aims to embed scientific progress into a pandemic-busting plan to defuse future threats from as-yet-unknown pathogens in just three months. This ambitious plan has the potential to save countless lives and prevent economic devastation on a global scale.

DISEASE X is a must-read for anyone interested in global health, science, and politics. With its unique blend of scientific insight, human drama, and political intrigue, this book is a gripping account of the ongoing battle against infectious diseases.

Book Details:

• Publisher: Canbury Press
• Publication Date: March 9, 2023
• Language: English
• Hardcover: 206 pages
• ISBN-10: 1912454955
• ISBN-13: 978-1912454952