CLEAN : Botswana warns against 'stigmatisation' of people and countries

The transcript discusses the importance of identifying diseases and implementing preventative measures to avoid transmission. It highlights the need for caution in travel decisions and addresses the impact of media reports on public perception. The text clarifies the distinction between disease detection and origin, emphasizing that detection should not imply origination. It also supports the World Health Organization's stance on using neutral names for disease variants to prevent stigmatization.

Why is it important to exercise caution when traveling in the context of new variants?

• To save money on travel expenses

• To meet new people

• To prevent the spread of new variants

• To avoid getting lost in unfamiliar places

What is the main concern with labeling disease variants after countries?

• It helps in tracking the origin

• It is a tradition in virology

• It can lead to stigmatization

• It makes it easier to remember

What is the World Health Organization's stance on naming disease variants?

• They recommend using scientific codes

• They have no specific stance

• They prefer using country names

• They suggest using neutral names

What should be the focus when dealing with a new disease variant?

• Ignoring it until it becomes widespread

• Finding a cure immediately

• Implementing preventative measures

• Identifying the country of origin

Why is it important to focus on disease prevention rather than origin?

• To save resources

• To ensure effective control of transmission

• To promote tourism

• To avoid unnecessary panic