: The hype is primarily a result of WHO’s decision, taken on 30 January to declare this a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. This is not only because it is unethical but also because it can discourage other potential suspected patients from reporting. : Public health experts around the globe advocate effective surveillance as the top most strategy that is applicable to all countries. This is not only because it is unethical but also because it can discourage other potential suspected patients from reporting. And lack of reporting is perhaps the single biggest challenge that the global public health authorities face when trying to fight any emerging disease.

Source: Pakistan Today March 01, 2020 17:48 UTC