WHO's Tedros: We Declared Virus a Global Emergency at Right Time

The transcript discusses the World Health Organization's (WHO) declaration of a global emergency on January 30, based on expert opinions worldwide. The speaker reflects on the timing of the declaration, emphasizing that it was made when there were only 82 cases and no deaths, allowing the world ample time to respond effectively. The declaration aimed to curb the spread of the issue at an early stage.

On what date did the WHO declare a global emergency?

• January 15

• January 30

• February 1

• February 15

What was the basis for the WHO's global emergency declaration?

• Public opinion

• Government pressure

• Expert opinions from around the world

• Media reports

What was the consensus that led to the WHO's declaration?

• A unanimous vote by all countries

• A decision by the WHO director alone

• A public survey

• A recommendation based on specific criteria

How many cases were reported when the WHO declared the global emergency?

• 50 cases

• 100 cases

• 82 cases

• 200 cases

What was the significance of the timing of the WHO's emergency declaration?

• It was declared after significant deaths occurred

• It was too late to make a difference

• It was ignored by most countries

• It allowed the world enough time to respond