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- Dr. Fauci says it might be time to mandate face masks as the novel coronavirus surges yet again in the US.
- Daily new COVID-19 cases hit new records over the weekend, surpassing even the astronomical numbers we saw back in mid-July.
- Fauci has previously resisted advocating for mask mandates, and people are already furious over his new advice despite the fact that we're headed straight for the coronavirus nightmare everyone has been dreading.
The face mask is sadly one of the most politicized aspects of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Face coverings, social distancing, and frequent hand washing are simple things everyone can do to reduce the risk of infection. Add to that the frequent airing of homes and other indoor areas as well as avoiding gatherings, and you end up with the recipe for theoretical success. The infection risk drops significantly, though it doesn’t disappear entirely. Slowing the spread of COVID-19 is crucial until vaccines and more effective therapies are available. Reducing the risk of infection doesn’t just prevent deaths, it also prevents long-lasting COVID complications that can be quite dangerous as well. And yet so many people still resist masks, which have ridiculously become a symbol of oppression for some Americans.
The nation’s leading infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci has refrained from recommending mask mandates in the past. However, he has repeatedly said that everyone should wear face covers and observe all the other health precautions. But Fauci is now changing his tune, and he says it might be time to mandate masks across America. Needless to say, plenty of people out there were outraged by the mere suggestion.
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Dr. Fauci just made a lot of people furious with his latest coronavirus advice originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 26 Oct 2020 at 09:54:36 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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