Emerging Infectious Diseases from the Global to the Local Perspective, the summary report from the workshop, examines the interplay among emerging infections and economics and trade; public health policies; population and demography; strategic planning and resource allocation; and, infrastructure and capacity to prevent, detect, and treat these diseases. In the context of these issues, the report also considers the following factors: 

• The interaction with infectious disease surveillance and response;
• Communication and coordination;
• Research and training needs;
• The forces that drive the policies of governments and international organizations; and
• The ways in which diseases are prioritized.

Emerging Infectious Diseases from the Global to the Local Perspective is a resource for those that will benefit from a better understanding of the opportunities and limitations that exist within past and current local, national, and multinational efforts attempting to mitigate the impacts of emerging infectious diseases.