Nobel Prize-winning Scientists Raise Concerns About Asymptomatic Transmission Among NHS Staff

During a Covid inquiry, it was revealed that Health Secretary Matt Hancock ignored a call to test all NHS staff for Covid-19, despite concerns raised by two Nobel prize-winning scientists about the risk of ‘asymptomatic transmission’ between staff and patients. The scientists, whose identities were not disclosed, expressed worries about the potential for healthcare workers to unknowingly spread the virus to vulnerable patients. This revelation has sparked criticism of the government’s handling of the pandemic response, with calls for increased testing and better protection measures for frontline healthcare workers. As the inquiry continues, questions linger about the decision-making process within the Department of Health and Social Care, and what steps can be taken to prevent further spread of the virus within healthcare settings.