Do Masks Protect Against the Omicron COVID-19 Variant? Yes, But They May Be Less Effective

Health Magazine 2021-12-20

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Infectious disease experts say that because Omicron is so contagious, it may be better at slipping through masks. However, they still recommend almost everyone starts masking up again.
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