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If you are thinking about buying masks...
2) I don’t necessarily agree with this ‘hot take’ quote from @SquawkCNBC. I was just sharing the interview. Healthcare workers treating patients with flu/pneumonia should wear masks. But most outside Asia, I’m not certain. As for airports, I do think it a good precaution.
3) And not just airports but all transportation hubs from buses to trains. Here is the earlier post about problem with airport screening for the #coronavirus.
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