That probably depends on what your pre-COVID-19 model was?
If I rephrase the question as “how much should COVID-19 update expert models about risks from pandemics”, then my impression is that things have proceeded roughly in line with the pre-existing models. The response procedures that are now being activated in several countries are based on plans that were originally made as a reaction to previous diseases such as SARS.
My own update is that although there has been some feet-dragging, overall the national responses have felt stronger and faster than I would have anticipated. The next time that there is a pandemic, such a response should hopefully be more routine and competent, so this makes me more optimistic about our ability to deal with future pandemics.
That probably depends on what your pre-COVID-19 model was?
If I rephrase the question as “how much should COVID-19 update expert models about risks from pandemics”, then my impression is that things have proceeded roughly in line with the pre-existing models. The response procedures that are now being activated in several countries are based on plans that were originally made as a reaction to previous diseases such as SARS.
My own update is that although there has been some feet-dragging, overall the national responses have felt stronger and faster than I would have anticipated. The next time that there is a pandemic, such a response should hopefully be more routine and competent, so this makes me more optimistic about our ability to deal with future pandemics.