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Updated policy needed on mask-wearing, new research says
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Updated policy needed on mask-wearing, new research says
Monday 27 May 2024, 03:58 PM

Wearing masks on public transport, especially in winter, will help reduce the burden of respiratory disease, says Michael Baker [Image: Red John on Unsplash]
“Masks are lifesaving, and we need policy supported by the Government for using masks in several situations”
Increasing mask use, particularly i
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References
Greenhalgh T, Baker M, Kvalsvig A et al. Masks and respirators for prevention of respiratory infections: a state of the science review
Clinical Microbiology Reviews
DOI: 10.1128/cmr.00124-23