A Majority of COVID-19 Infections are Silent Transmissions, or From Asymptomatic People

Medicine & Technology Jul 09, 2020

A study concluded that a majority of coronavirus infections are silent transmissions from asymptomatic/presymptomatic individuals. The WHO are being asked to update their coronavirus guidelines for airborne transmissions.

WHO Official Backtracks Claim on 'Very Rare' Asymptomatic Transmission Amid Backlash

Jun 10, 2020

Maria van Kerkhove, an infectious disease epidemiologist and the COVID-19 technical lead for the WHO, tried to clear "misunderstandings" about her statements on Monday, claiming that it is very rare for asymptomatic people to spread the virus.

Scientists Warn of "Asymptomatic Spread" of the Coronavirus; Stresses Importance of Reliable Testing

Apr 17, 2020

Researchers fear that too many among us are "asymptomatic spreaders". Someone who feels well most likely won't take extra precautions like putting on a mask or isolating themselves from the public. Scientists stress the importance of reliable testing to determine who among us are silent spreaders. To learn more, click the link above.