Last updated: February 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM
US Health Agency Drops Pandemic Prep After Order
📰 What Happened
The United States's top infectious disease center has been told to stop working on pandemic preparation. Staff members received orders to remove all mentions of pandemic preparation and biodefense from the agency's website. The changes are happening right now at the center that helps protect Americans from disease outbreaks.
💡 Why It Matters
This center plays a key role in keeping Americans safe from dangerous diseases. Without pandemic preparation work, the country may not be ready for the next disease outbreak. Millions of people could be at risk if another pandemic like COVID-19 happens and the government is not prepared.
🔮 What Happens Next
Health experts will watch to see if other disease preparation programs get cut. The country's ability to respond to future outbreaks may weaken without these teams in place.
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