Topic: Gabon24

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29: The Rona
• 34:25 - 39:02

29: The Rona

Black Immunity Myths and Coronavirus Data in Africa

The segment addresses a viral myth that Black people are immune to coronavirus, featuring a debunking by Dr. Jen Cottle. They examine data from Gabon24 and The Lancet showing a surprisingly low number of cases in Africa despite heavy travel between China and Ethiopia. Adam Curry notes the lack of screening at Addis Ababa airport and the mystery surrounding why the virus hasn't devastated the continent as expected.