WHO Stops Short Of Calling New Coronavirus A Pandemic

The video discusses the emergence of a new coronavirus, initially reported in Wuhan, China, and its rapid spread to over 20,000 cases within five weeks. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared it a public health emergency but not a pandemic. The video explains the difference between an epidemic and a pandemic, referencing the H1N1 flu pandemic of 2009. It highlights the challenges in confirming cases and estimating fatalities. The video also covers the various strains of coronavirus, their symptoms, and ongoing research efforts to improve detection and develop a vaccine.

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