Global Response to HMPA
National governments and international health agencies reacted quickly to the discovery of HMPA. This novel disease is being studied, contained, and its potential impacts are being minimised. World Health Organization (WHO) Actions 1. Established a task force to monitor HMPA spread 2. Issued guidelines for surveillance and reporting 3. Coordinating international research efforts National and Regional Responses Countries around the world are taking various measures to prepare for and prevent the spread of HMPA: 1. Enhanced border screening in many countries 2. Increased funding for research and vaccine development 3. Public health initiatives to increase preventative awareness 4. Stockpiling of medical supplies and protective equipment