jimnyc
04-02-2020, 10:39 AM
I added in maybe as who the hell knows what the truth is anymore.
And more on the masks, and the truth, and I think we'll soon see folks clamoring to get them, and won't be able to. Right now mostly all going to the hospitals and other medical communities. Or pay 50x the price on Ebay. And then to further the problem though, they are still advising alternatives and leave the N95's for the hospitals. From what I know, only the N95's will work for this. Yes though, the others block something and that's better than nothing! Also prevents you from touching your face.
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Experts tell White House coronavirus can spread through talking or even just breathing
(CNN)A prestigious scientific panel told the White House Wednesday night that research shows coronavirus can be spread not just by sneezes or coughs, but also just by talking, or possibly even just breathing.
"While the current [coronavirus] specific research is limited, the results of available studies are consistent with aerosolization of virus from normal breathing," according to the letter, written by Dr. Harvey Fineberg, chairman of a committee with the National Academy of Sciences.
Fineberg told CNN that he will wear start wearing a mask when he goes to the grocery store.
"I'm not going to wear a surgical mask, because clinicians need those," said Fineberg, former dean of the Harvard School of Public Health. "But I have a nice western-style bandana I might wear. Or I have a balaclava. I have some pretty nice options."
Dr. Anthony Fauci, a key member of the White House's coronavirus task force, told CNN Tuesday that the idea of recommending broad use of masks in the US to prevent the spread of coronavirus is under "very active discussion" by the group.
Rest - https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/02/health/aerosol-coronavirus-spread-white-house-letter/index.html
Los Angeles mayor says all residents should wear masks
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (D) on Wednesday called on the city's millions of residents to start covering their faces whenever they are out in public as part of an effort to combat the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.
Garcetti said on Twitter that the decision was guided by data showing that many of those infected with the virus are asymptomatic.
"[It is] why we are recommending you use cloth face coverings plus physical distancing for essential activities," he said, advising against using "surgical and N95 masks, which are reserved for first responders and medical workers."
The mayor noted in a press conference that night that he had been waiting for guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on whether to issue the advisory. But he said that he elected to make the move without CDC communication after seeing the number of confirmed virus cases continue to climb in the region.
“To be clear, you should still stay at home. This isn’t an excuse to suddenly all go out,” Garcetti said.
Rest - https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/490751-los-angeles-mayor-says-all-residents-should-wear-masks
And more on the masks, and the truth, and I think we'll soon see folks clamoring to get them, and won't be able to. Right now mostly all going to the hospitals and other medical communities. Or pay 50x the price on Ebay. And then to further the problem though, they are still advising alternatives and leave the N95's for the hospitals. From what I know, only the N95's will work for this. Yes though, the others block something and that's better than nothing! Also prevents you from touching your face.
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Experts tell White House coronavirus can spread through talking or even just breathing
(CNN)A prestigious scientific panel told the White House Wednesday night that research shows coronavirus can be spread not just by sneezes or coughs, but also just by talking, or possibly even just breathing.
"While the current [coronavirus] specific research is limited, the results of available studies are consistent with aerosolization of virus from normal breathing," according to the letter, written by Dr. Harvey Fineberg, chairman of a committee with the National Academy of Sciences.
Fineberg told CNN that he will wear start wearing a mask when he goes to the grocery store.
"I'm not going to wear a surgical mask, because clinicians need those," said Fineberg, former dean of the Harvard School of Public Health. "But I have a nice western-style bandana I might wear. Or I have a balaclava. I have some pretty nice options."
Dr. Anthony Fauci, a key member of the White House's coronavirus task force, told CNN Tuesday that the idea of recommending broad use of masks in the US to prevent the spread of coronavirus is under "very active discussion" by the group.
Rest - https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/02/health/aerosol-coronavirus-spread-white-house-letter/index.html
Los Angeles mayor says all residents should wear masks
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (D) on Wednesday called on the city's millions of residents to start covering their faces whenever they are out in public as part of an effort to combat the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.
Garcetti said on Twitter that the decision was guided by data showing that many of those infected with the virus are asymptomatic.
"[It is] why we are recommending you use cloth face coverings plus physical distancing for essential activities," he said, advising against using "surgical and N95 masks, which are reserved for first responders and medical workers."
The mayor noted in a press conference that night that he had been waiting for guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on whether to issue the advisory. But he said that he elected to make the move without CDC communication after seeing the number of confirmed virus cases continue to climb in the region.
“To be clear, you should still stay at home. This isn’t an excuse to suddenly all go out,” Garcetti said.
Rest - https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/490751-los-angeles-mayor-says-all-residents-should-wear-masks