SARS: The 2003 Outbreak That Exposed Global Health Gaps

Watch on YouTube (Embed)

Switch Invidious Instance

Show annotations

260

0

Genre: Howto & Style

License: Standard YouTube license

Family friendly? Yes

Shared April 20, 2025

A cough that stopped trade! SARS (2002-2003) SARS: The 2003 Outbreak That Exposed Global Health Gaps SARS, a respiratory virus, killed hundreds and infected thousands in 2003, mainly in Asia. It paralyzed economies, slashing travel, and trade. Socially, it fueled fear and xenophobia but spurred global health cooperation. Quarantines and surveillance systems improved, shaping future pandemic responses. Its economic ripple effects highlighted the need for resilient global systems. #SARS, #Outbreak, #Global_Health, #Quarantine, #Economy