preparedness
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In a review article published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Boston University professor Nancy Sullivan argues that outbreak preparedness needs to extend beyond the infectious diseases that receive the most attention.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
The Bundibugyo outbreak also points to a larger weakness in preparedness strategies that concentrate heavily on the most familiar high-risk pathogens.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
The bill would strengthen emergency preparedness and also clarify the role of water suppliers, said Karla Nemeth, the association’s executive director.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Despite arriving later than expected, the sheer size of the package marks a significant investment in military preparedness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
“I suggest you take this time to formulate a strategy. We may not be Erudite, but mental preparedness is one aspect of your Dauntless training. Arguably, it is the most important aspect.”
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
Vocabulary lists containing preparedness
Haiti Earthquake One-Year Report
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Unit 8, Week 3
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The Suffix -ness, Part 3
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