Ika MakimakiMay 23, 2024

Everyday is #MaskUp day.

But these days are particularly so.

The research is out, the science is clear:
Respirators work.
Simple as that.

Masks and respirators for prevention of respiratory infections: a state of the science review
https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/cmr.00124-23

Show threadIka MakimakiMay 23, 2024

If you follow me, you likely don't need to hear this anymore but still spread it around:

Masks work.
Respirators are better.
It should be very normal to wear one.
😷

https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/new-zealand/2024/05/university-of-otago-s-michael-baker-among-health-experts-calling-for-better-face-mask-use-in-new-zealand-after-international-study-on-effectiveness.html

#Mask4YourMates #MaskUp #CovidIsNotOver

Michael Baker calls for better NZ face mask use after study makes major findings

An international review found masks were effective in reducing the transmission of respiratory infections.

Newshub
Show threadOlivia Maes
@pezmico international review finally officially stating what we've known since late 2020, but hey 😏
May 23, 2024 at 8:11amWeb
Show threadMask Up Comments And OpinionsMay 23, 2024
@oamaes @pezmico someone needs to send it to the gp spokesperson who was on 7sharp saying masks stop sick people transmitting but don't stop you catching any respiratory disease. Guess that's why they wear them in hospitals treating infectious patients 🤔