The recent COVID-19 outbreak in China has been labeled a global health emergency by the World Health Organization ( WHO ), raising concerns about its potential effects on developing nations with limited healthcare resources. During a briefing in Geneva, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus made it clear that this declaration of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( PHEIC ) is not a reflection of doubts about how China handled the situation, but rather a necessary step to stop the virus ‘ spread globally.
The potential for the disease to spread to nations with weaker health systems is our greatest worry, Dr. Tedros said. This statement does not represent China’s zero trust. WHO remains convinced in China’s ability to manage the outbreak”. The WHO crisis council, which met to assess the situation and was led by Didier Houssin, made a practically unanimous advice that led to the advice.
The PHEIC title has been used six days since its creation 15 years ago. It sets off a concerted international response that includes initiatives to improve medicine and vaccine development, foster health systems, and counteract disinformation. WHO’s statement emphasizes the urgent need for global eagerness as countries increase security and public wellness efforts to stop the spread of the virus.
