As the world moves into the next phase of the pandemic, USAID is focused on turning COVID-19 intoa manageable respiratory illness, and we must ensure countries remain ready and able to respond tothe next wave or pandemic.To do so, USAID is protecting those who are most vulnerable toCOVID-19 with life-saving vaccines; increasing access to testing, treatment and medical oxygen; andhelping countries integrate COVID-19 response mechanisms into their routine health systems.