This chapter discusses the importance of data collection and transparency as two important topics closely related with strong impact in the appropriate management of an epidemiological emergency like coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Based on the lessons learned, a centralized organization should collect few but substantial data that could be used for global and local decisions. In addition, local laws and policies related to transparency should be considered and approved by governments in order to develop trust in the public opinion.
COVID-19: Data collection and transparency among countries