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Masks are worn in operating theatres in part to prevent contamination of the open wounds that they are working in. Is this not common knowledge? It prevents sa
by kevviiinn 3y ago
Masks are worn in operating theatres in part to prevent contamination of the open wounds that they are working in. Is this not common knowledge?
It prevents saliva which contains bacteria from leaving the surgeons face and causing infections
- frankreyes 3y agoYes, because saliva spills and "aerosol" are two different things... Aerosol is when water and liquid particles remains in suspension in the air, just like moisture, mist, a perfume or fragrance. And that's what spreads the virus. COVID transmission is with aerosol. Face masks, including those in hospitals, don't block aerosol