Preparing for the Next Epidemic | Healthy Futures Summit

Epidemics — widespread occurrences of infectious diseases — are becoming more common. Growing populations, loss of animal habitat, the anti-vaxxer movement, climate change, and other factors are fueling a resurgence of infectious diseases and increasing their danger and reach. This powerhouse panel of local and global experts will wrap their wits around the current state of infectious diseases and explore what can be done to prepare for the next epidemic. They will discuss practical and novel solutions that are emerging in the pursuit to combat infectious diseases and prevent worldwide suffering.

Speakers:

James Neaton
Professor, U of M School of Public Health

Michael Osterholm
Regents Professor, U of M School of Public Health

Sonja A. Rasmussen
Professor, College of Medicine and the College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida

Moderator
Susan Kline, Professor, U of M Medical School