Mask yourself!

Christy Lee

These days, we all practice social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The reason why social distancing is crucial is because COVID-19 “spread between people interacting in close proximity — for example, speaking, coughing, or sneezing,” meaning we need to keep distance from each other to prevent the spread of germs. So, it is very important to wear masks to protect ourselves as well as the others from spreading the germs that can cause diseases. In the article entitled “Why Face Masks Are Crucial Now in the Battle Against COVID-19″, Dr. Subinoy Das, chief medical officer of Tivic Health and the chief executive officer of the U.S. Institute for Advanced Sinus Care and Research said “It is becoming increasingly clear that all people should be wearing masks while out in public. Masks are a likely reason why the virus has been better controlled in China, South Korea, Japan, and other countries.” This clearly shows that mask is not only recommended to protect us, but is now a necessity that can help everyone to protect and halt the spread of germs. Thus, everyone needs to wear masks when they go out to get groceries or to exercise, and always keep in mind to distance one another to reduce the amount of risk of spreading germs. It is better to be safe than sorry!