Abstract
Many countries across the globe utilized medical and non-medical facemasks as non-pharmaceutical intervention for reducing the transmission and infectivity of coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19). Although, scientific evidence supporting facemasks’ efficacy is lacking, adverse physiological, psychological and health effects are established. Is has been hypothesized that facemasks have compromised safety and efficacy profile and should be avoided from use. The current article comprehensively summarizes scientific evidences with respect to wearing facemasks in the COVID-19 era, providing prosper information for public health and decisions making.
Keywords:Physiology, Psychology, Health, SARS-CoV-2, Safety, Efficacy
Introduction
Facemasks are part of non-pharmaceutical interventions providing some breathing barrier to the mouth and nose that have been utilized for reducing the transmission of respiratory pathogens[1]. Facemasks can be medical and non-medical, where two typ
Abstract
Many countries across the globe utilized medical and non-medical facemasks as non-pharmaceutical intervention for reducing the transmission and infectivity of coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19). Although, scientific evidence supporting facemasks’ efficacy is lacking, adverse physiological, psychological and health effects are established. Is has been hypothesized that facemasks have compromised safety and efficacy profile and should be avoided from use. The current article comprehensively summarizes scientific evidences with respect to wearing facemasks in the COVID-19 era, providing prosper information for public health and decisions making.
Keywords:Physiology, Psychology, Health, SARS-CoV-2, Safety, Efficacy
Introduction
Facemasks are part of non-pharmaceutical interventions providing some breathing barrier to the mouth and nose that have been utilized for reducing the transmission of respiratory pathogens[1]. Facemasks can be medical and non-medical, where two typ
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After a year of unfamiliar restrictions and guidelines, pandemic fatigue is affecting how some Americans protect their health. However, experts warn that diligence is still extremely important, because new mutations and variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 are being discovered. The typical cold and flu season also brings added threats to peopleâs health and wellness.
âStaying diligent is one of the most important things we can do as we navigate through cold and flu season as well as the COVID pandemic,â said family medicine physician Dr. Jennifer Caudle.
Though you may still be spending more time at home, itâs important to take proactive steps to maintain your health. Caudle offers these practical tips to help protect your health while youâre waiting for vaccination eligibility amid the pandemic this cold and flu season.