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New Covid wave has begun and masks should be worn again, scientists warn (www.independent.co.uk)

submitted 1 year ago by CollisionResistance@lemm.ee to c/worldnews@lemmy.ml

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[-] cyclohexane@lemmy.ml 108 points 1 year ago

Our track record dealing with covid shows us that our approach was largely unsuccessful. Masking must be enforced, not suggested. This is the only effective solution.

[-] socsa@lemmy.ml 41 points 1 year ago

I tend to agree, but realistically who is going to enforce it? You've got to take into consideration the impact the constant stream of conflict has on low level employees who end up responsible for this enforcement. For those who want to protect themselves, N95 masks are highly effective when used properly.

[-] Duamerthrax@lemmy.ml 16 points 1 year ago

You also need to wear eye protection. Even just regular, prescription glasses showed a 30% reduction in infection rates. Masks don't protect if other people wont also wear them.