There is much debate on the wearing of masks. I grant you it’s not very comfortable, it gets to feel like you’re breathing recycled warm air. A friend tells me she has trouble breathing. Then there’s the fogging of the glasses.
Add to that the fact that officials have been changing their minds on their use. All of that being said, advantages are being highlighted. If you are an asymptomatic carrier it reduces your risk of transmitting the virus. If you are negative it reduces the ease with which the virus can reach your respiratory system, plus it means you can’t accidentally touch your nose or mouth. I read attitudes are changing quickly, I’m glad to read that.
CNN wrote a good article on the wearing of masks and a French ex-pat living in Hong Kong produced a video claiming the masks made the difference in Hong Kong.
CBC tells us opinions seem to be changing! It may not be a 100% solution but if you can increase your protection and that of your loved ones why not!
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