Controlled COVID-19 spread is only way to go, says Professor Ian Frazer

The HPV vax developer believes, with a vaccine 12-18 months away, the gradual reopening of society with testing is the sensible way forward
Professor Ian Frazer.

Professor Ian Frazer, who developed the HPV vaccine, says allowing the “controlled” spread of COVID-19 is the only way to get through the pandemic while Australians wait for a vaccine. 

The University of Queensland immunologist advocates a gradual easing of lockdown restrictions while gaining some herd immunity in a controlled way, as a vaccine is at least 12-18 months away.