12 October
Daniel Lacalle, chief economist at Tressis SV, shared an article on the views expressed by officials from the World Health Organisation on avoiding lockdowns as the primary method of controlling the spread of the Covid-19 infection.
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The article notes that lockdowns have produced devastating effects including poverty, job losses and business closures.
Lockdowns have also led to increase in domestic violence, mental health issues and increased levels of stress and anxiety.
The officials recommend the use of focused protection wherein the most vulnerable people of the population are protected, while less vulnerable should be allowed to resume normal life.
Meanwhile, Steve Keen, an economist, shared an article on how wearing masks and hygiene precautions adopted to prevent the spread of Covid-19 pandemic have helped in reducing 99.8% influenza cases in New Zealand.
