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New Covid wave has begun and masks should be worn again, scientists warn
(www.independent.co.uk)
this post was submitted on 17 Aug 2023
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Reusable masks I would suggest. We don't want a huge pile of plastic waste.
No masks, no waste. More infections, higher mortality rate, les people even lesser waste, better … /dark
That's one positive outlook for the whole of earth.
The disposable masks are reusable until they're dirty, worn or damaged. They shouldn't be reused if you think you've been in a high exposure area but if you wear it while in the corner store for 2 minutes, you can safely reuse it.
The only golden rule is, they're not like underwear. It's not okay to turn them inside out to the 'fresh' side indefinitely!