Gearing Up for Health Emergencies: Preparing Healthcare Systems for Tomorrow’s Challenges

As global health threats continue to emerge—from pandemics and natural disasters to supply-chain disruptions—healthcare systems must evolve. This report examines proven strategies for building resilience, including surge capacity planning, decentralized care hubs, stockpiled medical supplies, digital incident response tools, and workforce cross-training. Drawing on best practices from recent crisis responses, it highlights scalable models that blend policy innovation, public-private collaboration, and advanced technology. These real-world examples offer a roadmap for governments, hospitals, and health agencies aiming to strengthen preparedness and safeguard public health.