Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen severity of Covid-19

Re:Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen s... by dstola on Sunday February 14, 2021 @01:48PM (#26134941)

Humidity also encourages bacterial growth and I doubt inhaling that constantly is healthy

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Re:Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen s... by pbourke on Sunday February 14, 2021 @01:52PM (#26134982)

That is easily remediated by washing cloth masks after use.

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Re:Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen s... by dstola on Sunday February 14, 2021 @09:00PM (#26138223)

You would be surprised how much bacteria can grow on fabric after an 8 hour workday assuming you have a customer facing job and need to wear a mask all day

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Re:Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen s... by faitswulff on Sunday February 14, 2021 @01:54PM (#26134992)

Not to mention staying out of public spaces, obviating the need for masks.

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Re:Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen s... by darkerside on Sunday February 14, 2021 @09:43PM (#26138480)

Not all bacteria is bad

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