More than 100 outbreaks occur around the world daily and can spread worldwide in just 36 hours due to increased global travel. We all have a responsibility to support epidemic preparedness.

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How Prepared Is Sao Tome and Principe?

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Not Ready

Sao Tome and Principe is not ready for the next epidemic. They have shown commitment to improving preparedness, but an outbreak could cause a devastating loss of lives and disrupt political and economic stability.

Sao Tome and Principe has published their JEE results and is working to develop a National Action Plan to address gaps.

What Are Sao Tome and Principe's Strengths & Gaps?

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Top Strengths

Preparedness areas that a country has established to find, stop and prevent health threats. Learn More

Immunization

Emergency Response Operations

IHR Coordination, Communication and Advocacy

Top Gaps

Gaps are areas that the country should prioritize to improve so they will be better prepared to find, stop and prevent epidemics. Learn More

Medical Countermeasures and Personnel Deployment

Biosafety and Biosecurity

National Laboratory System

Are Your Neighbors Ready?

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Epidemic preparedness is not just about your country; it’s a global issue. Right now Sao Tome and Principe is not ready for an epidemic. What happens when an epidemic breaks out in Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and Nigeria?