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报告摘要

COVID-19 Press Conference Summary
Date: August 25, 2021
Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Key Themes:

Current COVID-19 Situation
- Global COVID-19 cases and deaths remained stable at over 4.5 million cases and 68,000 deaths last week, but disparities exist across regions and countries.
- The WHO emphasizes a risk-based approach, combining proven public health measures with equitable vaccination to combat the virus.
Origin of SARS-CoV-2
- WHO supports further studies into virus origins but avoids singling out any region. The focus is on a scientific, inclusive, and transparent process.
- A new strategic advisory group (SAGO) is being established to coordinate research, but no delays are expected from ongoing bilateral and domestic investigations.
Vaccine Equity and Booster Doses
- Booster shots are not recommended due to insufficient evidence of necessity and safety. WHO urges prioritizing primary vaccination doses globally to reduce mortality, with a goal of vaccinating 60% of populations by next year.
- Limiting boosters provides more vaccines for low-income countries and prevents new variant emergence.
G20 Funding Proposal
- The G20-backed $10 billion annual fund for pandemic preparedness is seen as a "small investment" compared to prolonged pandemic costs.
- The money would support WHO, vaccines, and research, including lab capacities to prevent future outbreaks.
Response to Origin Critics:
- WHO argues that accusations of stalling origin investigations are incorrect and that studies are continuing. Some countries, including China, have been cooperative.

On-the-Roundup for the Following:

Virus Origin: Tedros called for a scientific approach and urged all countries to commit to cooperation.
Future Pandemics: Greater funding and reforms were linked to global health security, with Singapore advocating for a unified global response.

Source: WHO Press Conference, August 25, 2021.

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