Historical Events tagged with "sars-cov-2"
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WHO Names Coronavirus as COVID-19
The World Health Organization designated the new coronavirus outbreak as COVID-19 and named the virus SARS-CoV-2, marking a critical step in understanding and combating the virus. This announcement aimed to standardize the terminology to prevent stigma. The name COVID-19 was derived from 'coronavirus disease 2019' and highlighted the urgency for global response and public awareness. The decision reflected ongoing developments in the outbreak that originated in Wuhan, China, which had rapidly spread worldwide, necessitating coordinated international action.
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