2022-03-22-世界卫生组织-COVID-19,_Ukraine_Other_Global_Health_Emergencies_Virtual_Press_conference_transcript_-_23_March_2022_15页_141kb

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COVID-19, Ukraine & Other Global Health Issues Virtual Press Conference Summary

Introduction: World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus addressed the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, and other health emergencies, emphasizing the need for global cooperation and funding.
COVID-19 Update and Response:
- Omicron variant, particularly BA.2 sublineage, is driving a surge in cases worldwide, with higher infection rates in Asia and Europe.
- Vaccination coverage remains low, with one-third of the global population unvaccinated. WHO targets 70% vaccination coverage by mid-2022, focusing on health workers, older adults, and at-risk groups to prevent severe outcomes like long COVID.
- Tools like Go.Data, a free digital platform for contact tracing and data management, have been used in 65 countries and adapt to various outbreaks. Its implementation helps track outbreaks in real-time, especially in conflict zones and Ebola-dense areas.
Ukraine War Impact:
- One month after the Russian invasion, nearly 9.5 million Ukrainians are displaced, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis with critical shortages of healthcare supplies, attacks on health facilities, and risks for chronic disease patients like those with cardiovascular issues, diabetes, HIV, and tuberculosis.
- WHO delivered about 150 tonnes of medical supplies but faces a $57.5 million funding gap. Only $9.6 million has been received, hindering aid delivery. Attacks on healthcare must stop, and unrestricted access is demanded.
- In Mariupol, bombed hospitals and blocked communication systems exacerbate risks, with civilians unable to access care safely. Mental health support is highlighted due to trauma from displacement and violence.
Other Global Health Emergencies:
- Tuberculosis deaths increased for the first time in over a decade due to conflicts and COVID-19 disruptions, with WHO calling for investment in TB treatments and prevention.
- Conflicts in regions like Ethiopia's Tigray continue with fuel and food shortages, affecting health services.
- Progress in eradicating Guinea worm disease is noted, with recent cases reduced from millions, but eradicication target for 2030 requires sustained efforts.
- WHO reiterated a multi-disease approach to address vulnerabilities in crisis zones, including ensuring equitable treatment of refugees and displaced persons.
WHO Calls:
- Urged donors to provide immediate funding for Ukraine and other emergencies.
- Encouraged countries to adopt rational policies for controlling virus spread, such as vaccination drives, testing, and masking.
- Promoted mixed-vaccine strategies for booster doses and emphasized the importance of maintaining health system capacities built during the pandemic.