신종·재출현 전염병 대비와 대응을 위한 국제협력

International Cooperation in the Control and Prevention of Emerging and Reemerging Infectious Diseases

    This paper discusses the recent increase in the incidence of emerging and reemerging infectious diseases and the "ole of international cooperation in coping with such public health threats. The historical background and its evolution are reviewed and the need, advantages, and possible areas of international cooperation are presented. A current example md model of international cooperation at various levels is described. Finally, two of the main issues in the process of international cooperation are discussed: the ethical aspect of scientific communication and national interest, and intellectual property issues.