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2024-12-20 20:14:37 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: B734B50EA14D7BE88DBA5064D19E0EC169E9F1693D2B453D0ADB4766E9CF0091
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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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