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COVID originated in Wuhan market, Australian-backed study concludes

COVID-19 first emerged in China, close to the Huanan market in Wuhan. Photo: EPA

Scientists have found the “most compelling and most detailed” evidence showing COVID-19 originated at a live animal market in China.

Eighteen researchers – including Professor Edward Holmes from The University of Sydney, whose work was backed by the Australian government – have linked the outbreak to up to 15 market stalls that sold bats, foxes, raccoon dogs and badgers.

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