The WHO's role in managing China virus crisis

Two weeks ago in this column, it was stated that the new coronavirus epidemic should serve as a wake-up call for the international community to better prepare for the next outbreak.

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The WHO's role in managing China virus crisis
Coronavirus A reminder to prepare for next outbreak

Coronavirus: A reminder to prepare for next outbreak

In 2003, the SARS virus was one of the first wake-up calls for the pro-globalization crowd in regard to the potential impacts of the erosion of borders vis-a-vis the spread of diseases. Although pandemics were nothing new for the world, the rapid spread of the SARS virus generated concerns about the future.

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