Are our nation’s health-care systems truly ready to address Ebola-like outbreaks here and beyond? Two guest writers suggest we take a closer look at all components — from doctors, nurses and patients to medical devices and records — to analyze risks and identify what works well or falls short. They call it “systems engineering.” The other column highlights a Gwinnett County community policing program that addresses apartment crime.

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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