Can Masks Protect against the New Coronavirus Infection?
HEALTH, BRICS, PUBLIC SERVICE, SHORT VIDEO CLIPS, 17 Feb 2020
World Health Organization (WHO) – TRANSCEND Media Service
Wearing a medical mask can help limit the spread of some respiratory diseases. However, using a mask alone is not guaranteed to stop infections. Their use should be combined with other preventive measures. Watch this short video to find out more.
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