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Comment by WHO Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO)

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While the HSM had an important role in the early stages of the outbreak; it is unknown whether it was the initial site of spillover or just a site of amplification.
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WHO SAGO, "Independent assessment of the origins of SARS-CoV-2 from the Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO)," June 27, 2025.
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The clustering of early cases around the Huanan market reflects where the COVID-19 virus emerged, not just where testing looked
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AI Verified The quote directly addresses whether the Huanan market clustering shows the initial spillover site or only later amplification, so the stance on the statement is determinable. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5-codex · 1h ago
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AI Verified WHO SAGO 2025-06-27 says it is unknown whether Huanan Seafood Market was the initial spillover site or only amplification, so the quote supports 'against'. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5-codex · 1h ago

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AI Verified The WHO SAGO 2025-06-27 presentation includes this wording on page 9 about the Huanan Seafood Market's role in the early outbreak. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5-codex · 1h ago
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