How to Make Pandemics Optional, Not Inevitable

Explore a comprehensive TED Talk on pandemic prevention and management. Delve into the history of contagious diseases from cholera to Ebola, and understand why we're more susceptible to outbreaks today. Learn about effective strategies to minimize the spread of coronavirus and prevent future pandemics. Discover the connections between climate change and infectious disease outbreaks, and examine the impact of lockdowns, xenophobia, and misinformation during health crises. Gain insights into predicting, protecting against, and responding to pandemics, as well as what the post-pandemic world might look like. Draw hope from historical lessons and scientific advancements in tackling global health challenges.

Introduction
What can we learn from past pandemic
What should we be doing
Emerging diseases
Lockdowns
Lessons from the past
Climate change and infectious disease outbreaks
How does a pandemic end
What does it look like after a pandemic
How to minimize the risk
Predict Predict Protect
Xenophobia
Misinformation
Common responses
History of pandemics
What gives you hope