Independent Panel Review of HHS Ebola Response: Lessons Learned and Recommendations (docs.house.gov)

• WHO coordination failures hindered response
• US government lacked integrated response framework
• Incomplete evaluation of Ebola vaccines and treatments
• Risk communication failed to address public fear
• Recommendations include contingency funding and incident command

"The Independent Panel on HHS Ebola Response identified key gaps in leadership, coordination, communication, and medical countermeasure evaluation during the 2014-2016 outbreak. Recommendations include strengthening global health security, clarifying interagency frameworks, improving risk communication, and securing contingency funding for emergencies."