CLEAN : Urgency needed in dealing with COVID-19 or there could be a serious consequence says WHO chief

The transcript discusses the importance of naming diseases without geographical or stigmatizing references. It emphasizes the availability of public health interventions to prevent infections and stresses the urgency of acting promptly to avoid serious consequences, highlighting the potential for viruses to cause significant political, economic, and social upheaval.

Why is it important to choose a name for a disease that does not refer to a geographical location, animal, or person?

• To make it easier to remember

• To prevent stigma and inaccuracies

• To ensure it is scientifically accurate

• To make it sound more serious

What is the main message about public health interventions in the second section?

• They are too expensive to implement

• They are not effective against viruses

• They require advanced technology

• They are available and can prevent infections

According to the third section, how does a virus compare to a terrorist attack?

• A terrorist attack is more dangerous

• Both have the same impact

• A virus is more powerful in causing upheaval

• A virus is less impactful

What is the consequence of not acting with urgency against viral threats?

• It will lead to economic growth

• There could be serious consequences

• It will improve public health

• There will be no significant impact

What opportunity is mentioned in the third section that needs to be utilized?

• A chance to develop new technology

• An opportunity to increase political power

• A chance to ignore public health measures

• A window of opportunity to prevent serious consequences