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Ask Dr. Scott: Trip to Mexico prompts pandemic reflections The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognizes May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. We are told to follow the “Move Your Way” campaign advice to “promote safe physical activity while practicing social distancing.” I contemplated the issue of mask use and interpersonal space while participating in a humanitarian mission to Mexico. We exercised, walked and wore masks while on this trip. Mask use renders exertion challenging. A British Journal of Sports Medicine report, summarized in Health Day News, describes exercise outcomes in masked adults. Among 31 subjects, asked to run on a treadmill, mask use inhibited performance. Those wearing a mask exercised for 14% less time, manifested 29% less oxygen consumption and achieved lower heart rates. ....