WHO Has a Simple Message for All Countries: Test, Test, Test

The transcript discusses the global situation of COVID-19, highlighting that more cases and deaths are now reported outside China. It emphasizes the importance of social distancing, testing, isolation, and contact tracing as key measures to control the pandemic. The WHO urges countries to adopt a comprehensive approach, focusing on breaking transmission chains through extensive testing and isolation. WHO is working to increase test availability and advises isolating all confirmed cases to prevent further spread.

What is emphasized as a necessary measure to help health systems cope with COVID-19?

• Social distancing

• Vaccination

• Increasing hospital beds

• Reducing travel

What is described as the most effective way to prevent infections and save lives during the pandemic?

• Wearing masks

• Breaking the chains of transmission

• Developing a vaccine

• Closing borders

What is the simple message given to all countries to combat the pandemic?

• Vaccinate everyone

• Test every suspected case

• Provide free masks

• Close all schools

What has WHO done to meet the global demand for COVID-19 tests?

• Developed a new vaccine

• Shipped 1.5 million tests to 120 countries

• Closed international borders

• Increased hospital capacities

What is advised for all confirmed COVID-19 cases, even mild ones?

• Home quarantine

• Isolation in health facilities

• No action needed

• Immediate vaccination