Toronto continues to fight Sars Virus...

The transcript discusses the varied public perceptions and reactions to the SARS outbreak in Toronto. While some locals downplay the threat, others see it as a serious health concern. Hospitals like Mount Sinai are taking stringent measures, including quarantine, to manage the situation. Despite the severity, the general public seems less worried, contrasting with the business community's concerns about the city's reputation as the first in the West to lose lives to SARS.

How did some locals in Toronto perceive the SARS outbreak?

• As a serious threat

• As a government conspiracy

• As a minor issue

• As a global pandemic

What measures were taken at Mount Sinai Hospital in response to SARS?

• No special measures were taken

• Patients were treated with a new vaccine

• The hospital was closed to the public

• Patients were quarantined and staff took precautions

What is the general sentiment among Canadians regarding the SARS outbreak?

• They are extremely worried

• They are indifferent

• They are more concerned about other risks

• They are in a state of panic

Why is the business community concerned about SARS in Toronto?

• Because of the high number of cases

• Due to the economic impact and loss of lives

• Because of the lack of medical facilities

• Due to the closure of all businesses

What is the statistical concern of contracting SARS in Toronto according to some locals?

• Very high

• Moderate

• Low

• Uncertain