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2024-12-21 11:59:21 UTC - NOT_HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 58780E055209530F0C11C0EB0585345A998471FF626EFA3EF2A6DA6100F509E7
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Masks have been shown in dozens of studies to effectively reduce transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens when used correctly. N95 or equivalent respirators are most effective, but even cloth masks show benefit. https://sph.umd.edu/news/study-shows-n95-masks-near-perfect-blocking-escape-airborne-covid-19 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-mask/art-20485449 https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/news/comprehensive-review-confirms-masks-reduce-covid-19-transmission
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