CLEAN : WHO says way too early to predict end of novel coronavirus

The transcript discusses the importance of containing the virus, detecting and treating cases, and the potential for a decrease in cases if these actions continue. However, it emphasizes that it is too early to predict the progression of the epidemic, including its beginning, middle, or end.

What might be the implications of continuing current practices during an epidemic?

How can we understand the progression of an epidemic based on the information provided?