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WHO defines airborne disease transmission to prevent confusion and transmission

DAWN.com — April 19, 2024, 03:00 AM UTC

Summary: The World Health Organisation and 500 experts defined airborne disease transmission for the first time, aiming to prevent confusion like during the early days of Covid-19. The new definition considers pathogen travel through the air or suspension in the air. This step will help in preventing transmission of diseases like measles and future pandemics. The document emphasizes considering exposure risk and disease severity.

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    WHO introduces new terms for airborne pathogens like COVID-19 (News-Medical.Net)
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    WHO redefines airborne viruses as "pathogens that transmit through the air." (The Japan Times)
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    WHO defines airborne disease transmission to prevent confusion (CTV News)
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    WHO updates terminology for airborne viruses, impacting public health (Hindustan Times)
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    WHO renames airborne viruses to "pathogens that transmit through air." (The Straits Times)
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    WHO redefines airborne disease transmission to enhance prevention strategies (Irish Examiner)
    29d

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    WHO redefines airborne disease transmission for clarity and prevention (Onmanorama)
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