The statement 'Don’t believe the hype. Don’t succumb to hysteria.' in response to the conversation about the Mexican Health Secretary denying the WHO's announcement regarding a man's death due to a bird flu subtype, aims to caution against overreacting or being misled by potentially sensationalized news. The tone is dismissive and skeptical, urging the audience to remain calm and critical of the information presented.
- The statement strives to do no harm by encouraging calmness and critical thinking, which can prevent panic and misinformation spread. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others by not engaging in personal attacks or spreading unverified information. [+1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement promotes understanding and empathy by urging people not to succumb to hysteria, which can foster a more rational and compassionate public response. [+1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism by questioning the validity of the information without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]Principle 4:I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.