2022-09-06-世界卫生组织-COVID-19,_Monkeypox_Other_Global_Health_Issues_Virtual_Press_conference_transcript_-_7_September_2022_9页_131kb

WHO Virtual Press Conference on COVID-19 and Global Health September 7, 2022

• Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus opened the briefing by noting a global decline in COVID-19 cases and deaths, but emphasized that the pandemic is not over, and avoidable deaths persist. He called for national governments to reevaluate policies using new WHO policy briefs on essential actions, and highlighted an upcoming international accord on pandemic preparedness with public hearings for input.

• On monkeypox, there is an upward trend, with WHO recommending sustained public health measures. Dr. Rosamund Lewis discussed the virus as a zoonotic disease that will likely endure, stressing the importance of behavior changes, community engagement, and continued vaccination.

• WHO expressed deep concern for health crises in Pakistan and Somalia, with flooding affecting health facilities and famine risks in parts of Somalia. In Pakistan, WHO delivered aid and set up medical camps, while in Somalia, a rapid scale-up of humanitarian assistance is needed to address extreme hunger and potential famine.

• In Q&A, moderators summarized discussions: on the intranasal COVID vaccine under development, WHO experts discussed its potential for mucosal immunity but noted no efficacy data yet. On annual COVID boosters, SAGE is considering the issue amidst viral evolution, reaffirming vaccines' effectiveness against severe disease. For monkeypox, speakers reinforced that increased cases in some areas remain a threat due to stigma and underreporting.

WHO Director-General concluded with calls for sustained efforts, vigilance, and support for future pandemic readiness, thanking the media for participation.