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The World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged that COVID-19 might spread through the air under certain conditions, reversing its previous stance. This comes after studies and a letter from researchers urging WHO to review evidence. In response to rising COVID-19 cases, New Mexico has updated its health orders, pausing indoor dining, closing state parks to non-residents, and suspending fall contact sports. Outdoor dining and takeout services continue. The governor emphasizes the importance of wearing masks and social distancing to curb the virus spread.

What has the World Health Organization acknowledged about the spread of the coronavirus?

What evidence prompted researchers to ask the WHO to review the transmission theory of COVID-19?

What measures did Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announce in response to the increase in coronavirus cases?

How can the state slow the spread of COVID-19 according to the governor?

What role do face masks play in controlling the spread of COVID-19 as mentioned in the text?