First post of my GA career for those noticing my handshake status. Question: I see peer reviewed and published evidence that masks do NOT work, but has anyone seen the same saying that they do work? I want to be able to say to my boss that there is no such evidence--I have not found any. You?
Edit: Thanks to everyone for comments and links. Looks like this topic has been discussed in the past (like so many items on this site). I appreciate the input and your patience. Being new, this was good to see.
Masks don’t work to stop the transmission of virus particles. Period. https://www.rcreader.com/commentary/masks-dont-work-covid-a-review-of-science-relevant-to-covide-19-social-policy
Unknown Aspects of Mask Wearing Many potential harms may arise from broad public policies to wear masks, and the following unanswered questions arise:
Do used and loaded masks become sources of enhanced transmission, for the wearer and others?
Do masks become collectors and retainers of pathogens that the mask wearer would otherwise avoid when breathing without a mask?
Are large droplets captured by a mask atomized or aerolized into breathable components? Can virions escape an evaporating droplet stuck to a mask fiber?
What are the dangers of bacterial growth on a used and loaded mask?
How do pathogen-laden droplets interact with environmental dust and aerosols captured on the mask?
What are long-term health effects on HCW, such as headaches, arising from impeded breathing?
Are there negative social consequences to a masked society?
Are there negative psychological consequences to wearing a mask, as a fear-based behavioral modification?
What are the environmental consequences of mask manufacturing and disposal?
Do the masks shed fibers or substances that are harmful when inhaled?
Great stuff. Thanks.