VOICED : Informe OMS/China sobre origen de covid sugiere transmisión al hombre vía animal intermedio

The report on the origins of the coronavirus, released on Monday, suggests the virus likely transmitted to humans via an intermediate animal infected by a bat. Direct transmission from the initial animal to humans is also considered possible. The report dismisses the lab escape theory as extremely unlikely, countering claims by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Studies in Wuhan's Huanán market did not find evidence of infected animals. The mission faced challenges due to China's reluctance. The report does not solve the virus's origin mystery and has drawn criticism for perceived leniency towards China. Researchers emphasize the need for studies in more countries and urge patience for answers.

What is the most likely way the coronavirus spread to humans according to the report?

• From a laboratory accident

• Directly from bats to humans

• Through contaminated water

• Through an intermediate animal infected by a bat

What did the report conclude about the possibility of the virus originating from a lab accident?

• It is extremely unlikely

• It is highly probable

• It is equally likely as other theories

• It is the most likely scenario

What did the studies in Wuhan markets fail to find?

• A cure for the virus

• The exact origin of the virus

• The first human case of COVID-19

• Evidence of infected animals

What criticism has the report faced regarding its stance towards Chinese authorities?

• It lacks scientific evidence

• It is biased towards Western countries

• It is too harsh

• It is seen as too lenient

What do researchers emphasize as necessary for understanding the virus's origins?

• Focusing solely on China

• Waiting for natural resolution

• Conducting studies in more countries

• Relying on existing data