Wearing a Mask: Myths and Facts
Wearing a Mask: Myths and Facts
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Though wearing a mask is one of the most important things you can do to prevent coronavirus infection, there are still many misunderstandings about how safe and effective masks are, how to use them properly, and when or where they are needed.
Click here to discover the facts behind the myths about coronavirus masks.
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