Using thin, stretchy neck gaiters as a face mask may be ineffective in stopping the spread of the coronavirus, and could spread the virus itself rather than wearing a cover, according to a new study. Duke University researchers found that the neck brace they tested was “worse than nothing.” “The …
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A family was evacuated from a Southwest flight after their 3-year-old son with autism refused to wear a face mask, as required by airline policy. Alyssa Sadler traveled with her son and 1-year-old daughter from Midland to Houston, Texas. She was visiting her husband who works in Midland, according to …
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CHICAGO (WLS) – All children 2 and older, including the vast majority of children with underlying health conditions, can safely wear masks, according to new guidance just released by the American Academy of Pediatrics. “Masks are safe for children to wear and we recommend them,” said Dr Alison Tothy, spokesman …
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Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods has ordered employees of his Florida office not to wear masks while on duty, with the exception of a few. “This is no longer a debate, nor is it for discussion,” he said in an email to staff. Woods noted the mayor of Ocala, Florida’s …
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By Adam Owens, WRAL anchor / reporter Durham, NC – Duke University study that showed how poorly some face coverings performed was not exactly the intent of the study, researchers said Wednesday. The study, first reported by WRAL News last week, found that neckgasters do a better job of spreading …
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