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I don't think anybody's claiming it's the primary source of transmission, but the way you keep phrasing it, it's like we have to choose between droplets or aero

I don't think anybody's claiming it's the primary source of transmission, but the way you keep phrasing it, it's like we have to choose between droplets or aerosol transmission. There's at least limited evidence it can be transmitted both ways, and maybe it's better to err on the side of caution?

ceejayoz 7y ago
If possible, yes. Unfortunately, PPE is in short enough supply we have to be sensible in how we use it. We know for certain it can be spread via droplets, which more readily available (and manufacturable) surgical masks protect against; N95s are in much shorter supply.