Decoding the Pandemic
Unveiling the Hidden Depths of the COVID-19 Iceberg
Jonathan Wu author Wen-Ta Chiu author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publishing:17th Nov '25
£49.99
This title is due to be published on 17th November, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
This comprehensive analysis of COVID-19 draws on the Iceberg Framework—a modified systems thinking model—to examine the deeper forces that shaped the pandemic's trajectory, from structural inequities and institutional fragility to shifting mental models and global behavioral patterns.
Authored by a former Taiwanese Minister of Health and an experienced health system leader, the book combines personal insight with international perspective, offering historical context, contemporary data, and strategic foresight. It situates COVID-19 among history's deadliest pandemics while critically exploring the events, systemic structures, and cultural responses that influenced the crisis. Structured in four parts, the book journeys from echoes of past pandemics and variant-driven disruptions to the hidden foundations of public health responses, culminating in a forward-looking reflection on how COVID-19 has reshaped our understanding of pandemic risk and resilience, while also offering readers a framework for enhanced preparedness in an era of converging global threats.
Timely, accessible, and analytically rigorous, Decoding the Pandemic is essential reading for students, researchers, and practitioners in public health, epidemiology, global health policy, and systems science—anyone seeking to understand not just what happened, but why and what must change before the next pandemic arrives.
"A comprehensive and insightful analysis of the COVID-19 pandemic's first five years." — Dr. Matthew Lin,Former Deputy Assistant Secretary and Director of Minority Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
"A great contribution to physicians, offering clarity and perspective on protecting the communities they serve during a pandemic." — Dr. Kenneth Sim,Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Astrana Health
"A well-researched, systems-level perspective on pandemic resilience, offering practical value for healthcare leaders managing operational and strategic response." — Ms. Linda Marsh,Senior Executive Vice President, AHMC Healthcare
"A thoughtful and globally relevant guide for healthcare leaders navigating the complexities of pandemic planning, communication, and clinical coordination." — Dr. Alex Chiu, Former President, North America Taiwanese Medical Association
"An invaluable resource for ER physicians and hospital administrators facing pandemic-related challenges." — Dr. Stanley Toy,CEO, Greater El Monte Community Hospital; Emergency Physician
"An in-depth exploration of future pandemic risks and the critical lessons learned from COVID-19." — Dr. Mike Ly, Surveyor for The Joint Commission; Infectious Disease Specialist
"An essential synthesis of frontline knowledge and public health insight, reflecting lessons drawn from over 130 COVID-related CME sessions and clinical discussions." — Dr. Basil Vassantachart,CME Program Director, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center; Family Physician
"Offers clear, experience-based insights into the evolving challenges of critical care during the pandemic—especially valuable for ICU clinicians and hospital planners." — Dr. Joseph Kuei,Director of Critical Care; Pulmonologist
"An essential guide for family physicians navigating the challenges of pandemic management." — Dr. Josephine Chen, Former CMO, Garfield Medical Center; President of Taipei Medical University Alumni Association; Family Physician
"An informative and engaging narrative that skillfully weaves together history, science, and policy to offer lasting insights into the pandemic and future preparedness." — Professor Fu-Tong Liu,Academician and Research Fellow, Academia Sinica; Dermatologist
"A timely and deeply informed contribution that distills five years of pandemic experience into clear, actionable insights for the global health community." — Dr. Yun Yen, Former Research Director, City of Hope; Former President, Taipei Medical University; Oncologist
ISBN: 9781032983806
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 453g
392 pages