- The CDC is reportedly considering changing its coronavirus guidelines to recommend the use of masks by the general public.
- There’s nothing definitive yet, but the new policy would advise the public to go for do-it-yourself solutions instead of the surgical and N95 masks that are so desperately needed in the healthcare sector.
- Some hospitals are running short on personal protective equipment (PPE), and a run on masks should be avoided.
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The CDC reiterated its guidelines concerning the use of face masks a few days ago in response to rumors that said those policies would change. The agency advises only those people who think they’re infected to wear protective masks to prevent infecting others if they really need to leave the house. Otherwise, only those who come in contact with COVID-19 patients should have masks, like healthcare workers and first responders. CDC’s guidelines are likely meant to prevent a run on masks from the panicked population, at a time where some hospitals lack adequate personal protective equipment (PPE). But the CDC might soon change its tune and tell people to wear masks when out in the open.
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CDC might ask the general public to start using coronavirus face masks originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 31 Mar 2020 at 10:20:23 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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