sjukdomshot
Sjukdomshot is a term used in Swedish public health discourse to describe the potential risk posed by infectious diseases to a population. It encompasses the likelihood that a pathogen will emerge or be introduced, its ability to spread, and the possible health, social, and economic impacts. The expression is used to frame preparedness, response planning, and risk communication rather than to label a specific disease.
The term combines sjukdom, disease, with hot, threat, and is commonly employed in discussions about preparedness
Factors contributing to sjukdomshot include the appearance of novel pathogens, zoonotic spillover, changes in population immunity,
Impacts associated with a high sjukdomshot can strain health systems, disrupt essential services, and cause economic
The concept is used to guide preparedness exercises, resource allocation, and policy discussions related to outbreak