CLEAN : Ebola treatment pushing forward but still a way off

The transcript discusses the unprecedented nature of the epidemic, emphasizing the importance of classic public health methods and the urgency required to control it. It highlights the inevitability of future epidemics and the necessity of having vaccines and therapeutics ready. The role of community engagement and local efforts is stressed, with a focus on helping governments innovate and communicate effectively with their communities.

What is emphasized as crucial in controlling the Ebola epidemic?

• Classic public health methods

• International travel restrictions

• Economic sanctions

• Developing new vaccines

Why are future epidemics considered inevitable?

• Lack of international cooperation

• Due to climate change

• Because of the virus's animal reservoir

• Increased global travel

What was a significant criticism of Sierra Leone's approach to the epidemic?

• Lack of international aid

• Ineffective communication strategies

• Implementing a three-day lockdown

• Over-reliance on vaccines

What is necessary for governments to effectively protect their communities?

• Importing medical staff from other countries

• Implementing strict lockdowns

• Relying solely on international aid

• Innovating and understanding local needs

What is the main challenge in the battle against the epidemic at the community level?

• Lack of medical supplies

• Overcrowded hospitals

• Failure to engage local communities

• Insufficient international funding