We Are More Prepared to Handle Virus Than in 2003, Says Professor Tambyah

The transcript discusses the rising number of virus cases and the preparedness compared to past outbreaks like SARS. It highlights the role of public health interventions in controlling virus spread and the importance of understanding the virus's animal origins to prevent further outbreaks. The World Health Organization's emergency meeting is mentioned as a source of guidance. The transcript also touches on the potential for human-to-human transmission and the need for integrated veterinary and human science efforts.

What is one positive aspect mentioned about the current situation compared to past outbreaks?

• The number of cases is decreasing.

• There is no need for international cooperation.

• We have more information now than before.

• The virus is less deadly.

What was a key factor in controlling the spread of SARS in 2003?

• There was no international travel.

• The virus disappeared on its own.

• Countries worked together to control the outbreak.

• The virus was not contagious.

Why is it important to identify the animal origin of the virus?

• To stop human-to-human transmission.

• To increase market sales.

• To prevent multiple introductions of the virus.

• To create a vaccine.

What is a potential consequence of closing the market where the virus originated?

• The virus will stop spreading.

• Vendors might sell in other markets, spreading the virus further.

• The virus will become less deadly.

• The market will reopen soon.

What does the integration of veterinary and human science aim to achieve?

• To develop new animal species.

• To identify the intermediate host of the virus.

• To increase the number of markets.

• To stop all human-to-human contact.