Question: What are some things to think about while making decisions about crowds during COVID-19?

Answer passage (source: WHO):
page_title: Q&A: Mass gatherings and COVID-19
section_headers: What factors should organizers and health authorities look at when assessing whether the risks are acceptable or not?
section_content: For countries not currently known to be experiencing community transmission of
COVID-19, the priority consideration will be whether the planned mass
gathering event substantially increases the risk of the virus entering the
country and becoming established, as well as the risk for participants to
importing infection back to their home country and further increasing global
spread. In making this assessment, the organizers and their national or local
health authorities should recognize that the risk of imported cases of
COVID-19 is naturally linked to international travel. They should also
recognize that it is neither realistic or desirable to aim for zero risk. When
organizers and health authorities are determining whether to hold a mass
gathering, they should determine what is an acceptable risk and what
additional measures should be implemented to mitigate the risks.
For countries where COVID-19 has already started to spread in the community,
key consideration will be:

aiming at containing or at least slowing down the spread of the virus in the local community/country.
preventing participants from other countries being infected with COVID-19 

In each case the risk should be considered in the context of the known
features of COVID-19, its severity, its transmissibility and the effectiveness
of measures to prevent or reduce transmission. The strain already placed on
the local health system in responding to COVID-19 outbreak(s), and the
additional strain the mass gathering might place on the system also need to be
taken into account.
You can find more advice on what to look at in the WHO document Key planning
recommendations for Mass Gatherings in the context of the current COVID-19
outbreak of 14 February 2020. See: https://www.who.int/publications-
detail/key-planning-recommendations-for-mass-gatherings-in-the-context-of-the-
current-covid-19-outbreak

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Gives guidance on when mass events should be held, most of which also applies when deciding whether to attend an event.
This reads as already outdated. It talks of where the virus is just starting to appear and steps to be taken. I think the majority of the world is beyond that stage.

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Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: WHO):
page_title: Q&A: Ethics and COVID-19: resource allocation and priority setting
section_headers: How should decision-makers make considered ethical judgements about these matters, given the likelihood that there will not be enough of a resource? Who should be involved in decision-making on scarce resources?
section_content: For most decisions, multiple ethical values and principles will be relevant to
deliberations about how to allocate resources. This is likely to generate some
disagreement, because different people may weigh the values differently. Some
may prioritize equality while others might put more emphasis on best outcomes
or prioritization of the worst-off. For this reason, it is imperative that the
different values be weighed and applied to specific allocation issues using a
fair process.
A fair process for allocating scarce resources must promote certain ethical
values:

Transparency. In a transparent process, the decisions and their justifications should be made public. This means that the population should be informed about the criteria guiding the decisions.
Inclusiveness. Those affected by allocation decisions – including individuals, communities or countries – should be able to exert at least some influence over the decision-making process as well as the decision itself. This also means that decisions 4 should be open to challenge and potentially revisable, perhaps through an appeal process. 
Consistency. Decisions should be consistent so that all persons in the same categories are treated in the same way. This means that favouritism towards one’s own family, religious or political compatriots, or otherwise, is not appropriate. All forms of corruption that are at variance with this principle should be challenged and condemned. 
Accountability. Those making decisions about allocation must be accountable for those decisions – that is, they should justify their decisions and be held responsible for them. A fair process means that allocation decisions should not be made by individuals, by individual pharmaceutical companies, or, in the case of allocation between countries, by a single country. Resources such as vaccines and therapies should not be stockpiled outside the system of fair allocation.

The fair allocation of resources is one that is valuable in itself precisely
because it is fair. However, it may also be valuable because a fair system
engenders solidarity and trust, which are vital to the successful and
sustained collective response necessary for dealing effectively with any
outbreak.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Provides good things for officials to keep in mind when dis/allowing gatherings. However should include more concrete steps that should be taken.
Talks about allocating scarce resources, not whether or not people should attend crowded events.

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Answer passage (source: WHO):
page_title: Q&A: Adolescents, youth and COVID-19
section_headers: I am feeling really anxious about COVID-19 and its impact on my life. What should I do?
section_content: In situations like a pandemic it is very normal to feel anxious and powerless,
and that is ok. Here are a few suggestions on things that could help you
proactively manage your anxiety:  
Think about how you are feeling. Don’t ignore your feelings, especially if
you don’t feel well. When your life is disrupted, it is normal to have many
different feelings: worry, frustration, sad, stress, anger, anxiety - this can
happen to everyone. Draw on skills and strategies you have used in the past
that have helped you to manage life challenges, and skills to help you manage
your emotions. Here are a few examples:

Keep a diary 
Express your feelings through art, like writing a poem, drawing, dancing, or playing music 
Talk about your feelings and concerns with someone you trust 
Try some breathing exercises. You may find guided breathing exercises online if you have access to internet. 

Do something active every day : Any exercise will help, as it reduces
levels of the body's stress hormones, which can help your body and mind relax.
Exercise also produces a “feel good hormone” called endorphins which can help
to improve your mood. Try taking a walk, running, or any physical activity
outdoors while keeping a distance from others. For those who are unable to
leave the house, you could open the window for fresh air and do some indoor
exercises to stay active.  
Don’t use smoking, eating, alcohol or other drugs to deal with your
emotions.
Stay connected with friends and family either by communicating with them
by phone or internet if you can., If you live close to them and the local
rules allow you to, you could also talk to them in person while keeping your
distance.
Keep a daily routine as much as possible. Try to go to bed and wake up at
the same times every day, making sure you get enough sleep. Plan ahead and try
to have a balance of activities such as keeping up with schoolwork, physical
exercise, connecting with friends and family, doing things you enjoy, and
eating regular meals.  
Talk to a health worker or counsellor if you, or someone you care about:

feel overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, fears and worries 
feel like stress gets in the way of your daily routines, or
feel like you want to harm yourself or others. 

At this time, you may find it easier to speak to a counsellor than a health
worker, given that there may be restrictions on movement and health facilities
may be busy caring for those with COVID-19.
Read more:
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/coping-with-
stress.pdf 
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/helping-children-cope-
with-stress-print.pdf 
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/mental-health-
considerations.pdf 
https://www.un.org/youthenvoy/2020/04/copingwithcovid-a-webinar-series-on-
young-people-and-mental-health/ 
https://www.voicesofyouth.org/campaign/covid-19-and-youth-mental-health

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Gives general advice on coping with the pandemic, but doesn't address decision-making about whether to attend crowded events.
Offers zero advice on dealing with a crowded situation.

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