Experts warn U.S. global health strategy could weaken pandemic prevention

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The Trump administration has been negotiating health agreements with individual countries. Public health experts cited by The New York Times say a global agreement would be more effective at preventing pandemics.

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Why it matters

The approach concerns U.S. efforts to prevent and prepare for disease outbreaks that could affect public health and travel. The article does not specify what agreements will be reached or quantify the risk.

What happens next

Negotiations with individual countries are ongoing, according to the article. It does not say whether the administration will pursue a broader global agreement.

Whether the administration concludes agreements with individual countries.

Whether the U.S. pursues or joins a broader global agreement.