Does the World Health Org know what it's doing?

There’s been all sorts of confusion this week, after a top expert at the World Health Organization seemed to suggest that people without COVID-19 symptoms rarely transmit the virus.

The statement caused head scratching among experts, as asymptomatic transmission – that’s giving the virus to someone when you don’t have symptoms – is known to occur.

The WHO has since clarified the statements saying they were «misunderstandings».

So what happened and what could it mean for the WHO’s reputation?

Also on today’s show:

* If community transmission is erased, can we go back to normal?

* What’s the latest on the COVIDSafe app? Is it still being used?

* What is the risk of COVID-19 infection while flying?

* Should I use a cloth handkerchief?

Tagged as: COVID-19, Coronacast.