Last Monday, officials from the World Health Organisation (WHO) delivered a nuanced update on the coronavirus, full of calming sentiments.
The epidemic in China had peaked and plateaued and the key message was that countries should draw “hope, courage and confidence” that this virus can be contained.
Jill MargoSenior writerJill Margo is based in the Sydney office. Jill has won multiple prizes, including two Walkley Awards and is an adjunct associate professor at School of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Australia. Connect with Jill on Twitter. Email Jill at jmargo@afr.com