WHO: Is Coronavirus Outbreak a Pandemic? Not Yet

The transcript discusses the sudden increase in COVID-19 cases in Italy, Iran, and Korea, raising concerns about whether the epidemic has become a pandemic. The WHO has declared a public health emergency but has not yet labeled it a pandemic. The decision depends on the virus's geographical spread, disease severity, and societal impact. Currently, there is no uncontained global spread or large-scale severe disease. The virus has pandemic potential, but it is not yet classified as such.

Which countries are mentioned as having a sudden increase in cases?

• Brazil, Argentina, and Chile

• Italy, Iran, and South Korea

• China, Japan, and India

• USA, Canada, and Mexico

What has WHO declared in response to the epidemic?

• A global pandemic

• A regional outbreak

• A national health crisis

• A public health emergency of international concern

What factors does WHO consider when deciding to label an epidemic as a pandemic?

• Geographical spread, severity of disease, and societal impact

• Weather conditions, population density, and travel restrictions

• Economic impact, media coverage, and public opinion

• Political stability, healthcare infrastructure, and vaccination rates

According to WHO, what is the current status of the virus?

• It is a global pandemic

• It has pandemic potential but is not yet a pandemic

• It is contained within a few countries

• It is no longer a threat

What is WHO's assessment of the virus's potential to become a pandemic?

• It will never become a pandemic

• It has no potential to become a pandemic

• It has pandemic potential but has not reached that stage

• It is already a pandemic