UK: Today marks one year since the first COVID-19 patient in the UK alerted doctors after falling ill

A York University student and his mother, visiting from China, became the first COVID-19 cases in the UK. They reported symptoms to NHS 111, leading to their hospitalization. The event marked the beginning of the UK's efforts to contain the virus, with significant public anxiety and the need for transparency. The mother and son were treated successfully, and the incident spurred innovations in treatment and vaccine development. The identities of the first patients remain undisclosed, but their cases were pivotal in the global spread of COVID-19, which continues to impact the world.

What was the initial symptom that led the student and his mother to contact NHS 111?

• Stomach ache

• Headache

• Sore throat

• Fever and cough

What was the primary focus of experts when the first COVID-19 case was identified in the UK?

• Issuing a public health warning

• Closing borders

• Tracing contacts of the infected individuals

• Developing a vaccine

How did the public and university community react to the first COVID-19 case?

• They were angry

• They were anxious and scared

• They were excited

• They were indifferent

Where were the first COVID-19 patients in the UK treated?

• London Hospital

• Manchester Infirmary

• Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary

• Birmingham General Hospital

What significant developments occurred in the treatment of COVID-19 patients over the year following the first cases?

• Complete eradication of the virus

• Increased hospitalizations

• Development of vaccines and treatment improvements

• No significant changes