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One thing that I learned from a recent trip to Hong Kong is that the logic behind the masks isn't to prevent you from picking up the virus (which of course is n
by moreira 7y ago
One thing that I learned from a recent trip to Hong Kong is that the logic behind the masks isn't to prevent you from picking up the virus (which of course is not effective, as you just said) but to stop you from infecting others with your coughs and sneezes.
It's just a slightly more hygienic way of dealing with it than covering your mouth with your hand, it's not some amazing cure.
- mrob 7y agoMasks also stop you from touching your nose or mouth, which many people do without noticing they're doing it.
- _-___________-_ 7y agoI'm usually around Asia, so I've seen plenty of people wearing masks lately. As far as I can see they're very ineffective at stopping you from touching your face; since they are quite uncomfortable people seem to be constantly adjusting their position. This especially applies to things like the N95 masks which are extremely uncomfortable to wear for more than a short time.
- _-___________-_ 7y ago> One thing that I learned from a recent trip to Hong Kong is that the logic behind the masks isn't to prevent you from picking up the virus (which of course is not effective, as you just said) but to stop you from infecting others with your coughs and sneezes. Yes, this is the same advice that the CDC and WHO give. If you're unwell yourself, wear a mask to protect others. If you're not unwell, it's not necessary to wear a mask to prevent others from infecting you, as they haven't been shown to be effective when used in this way.