Over 60 per cent of the COVID cases reported in the world is believed to have spread through facial structures of either the eyes or nose- that is protected by the mucous membrane. Habits such as rubbing eyes or poking the nose are highlighted as innocent behaviour that assists in the transmission of the disease.
Dr. Yonas T. Woldermariam says that for the first time ever, misinformation during a disease outbreak is forcing WHO to use funds meant to fight the disease and to stop wrong information from getting into the hands of unsuspecting public.
