> The most effective, practical response would seem to be distributing surgical masks, mandating everyone wear them in public, and restricting N95+ for health c

> The most effective, practical response would seem to be distributing surgical masks, mandating everyone wear them in public, and restricting N95+ for health care professionals working in close proximity to infected persons. I totally agree and it seems what China is doing to contain the spread of the virus. If you're leaving your house, or entering a public building, your temperature is measured and you have to wear a mask.