Pandemics - a worrying global public health threat

The video discusses the increasing risk of pandemics due to factors like urbanization and globalization. It defines pandemics as large-scale outbreaks crossing borders, often caused by zoonotic pathogens. Historical pandemics like the Black Death and Spanish flu are reviewed, highlighting the potential for future pandemics. The video emphasizes the importance of preparedness, discussing spark and spread risks, and the need for local and international control measures. It also mentions the role of the International Health Regulations and the importance of developing local capacity to handle outbreaks.

What is a key factor that has increased the likelihood of pandemics in recent times?

• Reduced animal-human interaction

• Decreased international travel

• Increased urbanization and globalization

• Improved healthcare systems

Which historical pandemic killed up to 50% of the European population?

• Hong Kong Flu

• Asian Flu

• Bubonic Plague

• Spanish Flu

What has been a significant factor in preventing recent outbreaks from becoming more deadly?

• Advanced medical technology

• Global cooperation

• Sheer luck

• Strict quarantine measures

What is DCP 3 primarily used for?

• Training healthcare workers

• Tracking disease outbreaks

• Evaluating health interventions

• Developing vaccines

What is 'spark risk' in the context of pandemics?

• The risk of a novel pathogen emerging

• The risk of a pathogen spreading globally

• The risk of a pathogen being eradicated

• The risk of a pandemic being contained

Which legal instrument requires countries to report certain disease outbreaks to the WHO?

• Global Health Treaty

• International Health Regulations

• Pandemic Preparedness Act

• World Health Charter

Why is it important to develop local capacity for outbreak control?

• To improve local economies

• To decrease healthcare costs

• To increase global travel

• To reduce reliance on international aid