WHO = World Health Organization is difficult to obtain the so-called "herd immunity" state in which many people in the world have immunity to prevent the spread of infection over vaccination with the new coronavirus. I showed the recognition.
According to WHO, as of January 8, vaccination and preparation have begun in 42 countries, mainly developed countries.
WHO Chief Scientist Swaminasan said at a regular press conference on the 11th that it would take some time to spread the vaccine to the world, saying, "The world has reached a level where it can acquire'herd immunity'. No, "he said.
At a press conference on January 7, WHO said that more than 70% of the world's population would need to be vaccinated, although it is not known exactly. It was.
Mr. Swaminasan said that increasing the number of people with immunity in only some countries would not protect people all over the world, and continued to call for thorough infection control.
Secretary-General Tedros also welcomed the announcement that the Chinese government would accept WHO's international research team on the 14th, and expressed his intention to watch over whether cooperation with the Chinese side would go smoothly.