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The case for face-masks for all

Dr Linda Calabresi

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Dr Linda Calabresi

GP; Medical Editor, Healthed

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It seems so logical really. Wear a facemask to avoid COVID-19.

So why aren’t we all following Victoria’s lead and wearing masks when going out in public?

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