Accession Number:

AD1132110

Title:

COVID-19: Federal Efforts Could Be Strengthened by Timely and Concerted Actions

Descriptive Note:

[Technical Report, Congressional Report]

Corporate Author:

GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

Report Date:

2020-10-01

Pagination or Media Count:

4

Abstract:

In the governments ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Congress and the administration have taken action on multiple fronts to address challenges that have contributed to catastrophic loss of life and profound economic disruption. These actions have helped direct much-needed federal assistance to support many aspects of public life, including local public health systems and private-sector businesses. However, the nation faces continued public health risks and economic difficulties for the foreseeable future. Among other challenges, the public health system, already strained from months of responding to COVID-19 cases, will face the additional task of managing the upcoming flu season. At the same time, many of the federal, state, and local agencies responsible for responding to the ongoing public health emergency are called on to prepare for and respond to the current hurricane season. Timely and concerted federal leadership will be required in responding to these and other challenges.

Descriptors:

• department of homeland security
• united states government
• minority groups
• congress
• health services
• public health
• supply chain
• department of defense
• national governments
• covid-19
• governments
• health care
• supply chain management
• health
• therapy
• business administration
• best practices
• contracts
• cybersecurity
• emergencies

Subject Categories:

• Government and Political Science
• Medicine and Medical Research

Distribution Statement:

[A, Approved For Public Release]