WHO Chief on Covid-19 Pandemic: We're All in This Together

Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus discusses the impact of COVID-19, emphasizing the false dichotomy between health and economy. He highlights the need for comprehensive health systems and universal health coverage, urging a shift in viewing health as an investment. The pandemic's lessons include the importance of equitable vaccine access and global cooperation. A new council on the economics of health is proposed to integrate health with sustainable economic growth. The speech concludes with a call for compassion and solidarity to build a healthier, fairer world.

What is the main argument against the perceived choice between health and the economy during the pandemic?

• Economy should be prioritized over health.

• Health should be prioritized over economy.

• Health and economy are separate issues.

• Health and economy are integrated and interdependent.

What percentage of global GDP is spent on health annually?

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

What is the consequence of neglecting basic public health systems?

• Improved health outcomes.

• Increased healthcare costs.

• Inability to prevent and respond to outbreaks.

• Decreased global health security.

What is the role of universal health coverage according to the WHO?

• To focus solely on treating diseases.

• To increase healthcare costs.

• To ensure health is a fundamental human right.

• To provide luxury healthcare to those who can afford it.

What is the primary focus of the new council on the economics of health?

• To reduce healthcare costs.

• To explore the links between health and economic growth.

• To increase global health expenditure.

• To prioritize treatment over prevention.

Why is equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines considered an economic imperative?

• It will increase vaccine prices.

• It will prolong the pandemic.

• It will delay global economic recovery if not achieved.

• It will only benefit wealthy countries.

What is the fastest way out of the pandemic according to the transcript?

• Global cooperation and solidarity.

• National isolation.

• Economic investments.

• Individual efforts.