The Oxford vaccine's troubles. Why it's not doomed (yet)
The vaccine widely considered our best shot at bringing this pandemic to an end has run into a bit of trouble, after a trial participant suffered a medical problem. Because […]
Wearing a mask is one of the simplest and most effective ways you can reduce your chances of catching or spreading coronavirus when you’re around other people.
But a new theory suggests the fabric over your face also might be providing a crude form of immunisation against the disease.
The idea is that masks might be allowing a very small amount of the virus to slip through into the airways – not enough to get sick, but just enough to build up some immunity.
On today’s show:
* Masks, COVID-19 and immunity. Could they be linked?
* A new survey on Australians attitudes to mandatory masks
* The latest news from the (currently halted) Oxford vaccine trial
* Quick fire Friday (with music this time!)
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