No, it had known likely transmission vectors and nothing was done to shut it down.
Nothing was done because they shrouded they disease in social justice mantras. Kinda like how we are told we shouldnt profile Muslims when trying to find terrorists.
Progressivism has been stuck on stupid since ay back. Possibly as an aspect of Romans 1:18-32 depravity among those who lead the pack.
I distinctly remember “anyone can get it” statements.
“Everyone Has AIDS!”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Prhi3_Nvt3U