Vaccine Can't Be Rushed, Professor Says, as J&J Halts Trial

The transcript discusses the process and concerns of halting vaccine trials, emphasizing the importance of safety and thorough testing. It outlines the expected timeline for vaccine development, stressing the need for caution to ensure safety. The global response to the virus is critiqued for its lack of coordination, leading to confusion. The role of WHO is evaluated positively, highlighting its clear guidance and adaptation to new scientific findings.

Why might a vaccine trial be halted according to the video?

• Because the vaccine is ready for distribution

• Due to severe illnesses that need investigation

• To save costs on the trial

• To ensure the vaccine is effective

What is the main reason for not rushing the vaccine development process?

• To reduce the number of trials needed

• To make the vaccine available worldwide

• To maintain public trust in the vaccine program

• To ensure the vaccine is affordable

What is a major disappointment in the global response to the virus?

• The WHO has not provided any guidance

• The virus behaves differently in each country

• All countries have the same policies

• There is a lack of a coordinated response

How has the WHO adapted its guidance during the pandemic?

• By ignoring scientific developments

• By focusing only on European countries

• By changing its guidance based on new scientific evidence

• By sticking to its initial statements

What is the role of the WHO in the pandemic according to the video?

• To fund vaccine trials

• To provide technical guidance based on science

• To enforce global lockdowns

• To distribute vaccines to all countries