DISINFO: There is not the slightest trace of a coronavirus pandemic
SUMMARY
Today WHO declared the coronavirus COVID-19 a “pandemic” – when there is not the slightest trace of a pandemic. A pandemic might be the condition, when the death to infection rate reaches more than 12%.
RESPONSE
A pro-Kremlin narrative, designated to cause confusion and diminish distrust in national and international authorities. This outlet is using a random definition for a pandemic, not founded in research or public health practice. WHO decided 11 March to declare the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic to emphasise the urgency of actions and encourage national health authorities to take decisive measures to curb the outbreak. By the time of the announcement the virus had spread to 114 countries and claimed over 4,000 lives.