In fact, almost from the beginning of 2020, certain information about what was happening in China was already available.  even then the spread of the virus and the number of sick and dead were terrifying, and even then every government had to act, and not wait for the virus to come to specific countries.  After all, when the epidemic began in Europe, it was only then that they began to realize that these countries did not have personal protective equipment reserves not only for people, but also for medical workers, and mechanical ventilation devices Not even enough for 10% of those in need.  But now everyone understands how today's healthcare system is ineffective.