Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is caused by a virus, NOT by bacteria
The virus that causes COVID-19 is in a family of viruses called Coronaviridae. Antibiotics do not work against viruses.
Some people who become ill with...
The likelihood of shoes spreading COVID-19 is very low
The likelihood of COVID-19 being spread on shoes and infecting individuals is very low. As a precautionary measure, particularly in homes where infants and...
Use of medical masks when properly worn DOESN’T cause CO2 intoxication nor oxygen deficiency
The prolonged use of medical masks can be uncomfortable. However, it does not lead to CO2 intoxication nor oxygen deficiency. While wearing a medical...
COVID-19 and young people – Play it safe
"We call on young people to take precautionary measures: hand hygiene, physical distance, wear a mask, stay home if you’re feeling unwell, avoid crowded...
Dr Tedros – six months since declaration of public health emergency of international concern
This week marks six months since WHO declared COVID-19 a public health emergency of international concern, when there were less than 100 cases outside...
World Hepatitis Day 2020
"No infant should grow up only to die of hepatitis B because they weren't vaccinated. Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we...
WHO’s recommended fabric mask materials and composition
WHO has released an updated mask guidance in June 2020 which can be found here:
www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/when-and-how-to-use-masks
It has updated information on a new study released on...
Dr Mike Ryan talks about young people’s role in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic
"It is hard to put your life on hold, but we need young people's energy, to take control of our society and our future,...
