WHO Official warns against US withdrawal, stresses global cooperation on viruses

Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO's Epidemic & Pandemic Management official, expresses hope that the US will reconsider its stance on the World Health Organization. She emphasizes that viruses do not respect borders and immediate information sharing is crucial, citing the Hantavirus as an example. She highlights ongoing collaboration with the US CDC and clarifies that Hantavirus differs significantly from COVID-19, with a very low risk to the general public.