"Our position on lockdowns and other severe movement restrictions has been consistent since the beginning," it reads. "We recognize that they [lockdowns] are costly to societies, economies and individuals, but may need to be used if COVID-19 transmission is out of control. In case they are used, it should be as a last resort…" WHO https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/verify/no-the-world-health-organization-didnt-change-its-stance-on-lockdowns-current-lockdown-guidelines-usa/65-e7412bb6-0c08-4363-9bb5-a45bdca03f7a