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Background
Overview
PHEIC is a critical mechanism in global health governance, demonstrating international cooperation and the role of WHO. It influences national public health policies, travel restrictions, and resource allocation during major disease outbreaks, relevant for international relations and disaster management.
A Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) is a formal declaration by the World Health Organization (WHO) under the International Health Regulations (IHR) (2005). It signifies an extraordinary event that constitutes a public health risk to other States through the international spread of disease and potentially requires a coordinated international response.