"In places where there is modest SARS-CoV-2 transmission (like Denmark during these months), there is insufficient evidence to suggest wearing a mask as you go about daily errands will protect you from infection."
Let's do a thought experiment... (1/x)
Let's do a thought experiment... (1/x)
https://twitter.com/BallouxFrancois/status/1329226328973959171
Imagine you are in combat, wearing an armored vest, which covers the areas of your body you are most likely to get shot. There are not many enemies, and a small number of bullets are coming. What are the chances that you will survive? (2/x)
But remember, if there are enough bullets, one of them will eventually hit you in the throat. Now the enemy deployed a brigade and they are raining bullets on you. What are the chances that the vest will save you? (3/x)
If masks were not enough to protect the wearer in a setting where the virus spread was low, how likely is it that they will protect the wearer in places with substantial virus activity? (4/x)
I want to clarify, I have no strong feelings against masks. Some people really believe masks work and can only function when people wear them. They are afraid at no fault of their own, and I respect that. I wear one and I hope they are saving some lives. (5/x)
But, I have yet to see compelling evidence that they protect me or others. I believe in evidence-based practices. The discussion around masks is anything but evidence-based. It is deeply political and toxic, characteristics which should have no place in public health. (6/x)
Most people are against masks exactly because of mandates. A softer messaging would actually increase mask wearing. Say there is a chance they do some good, acknowledge the limitations, and plead people to wear them. More people would be on board. (7/7)
https://twitter.com/covidtweets/status/1312378247972298752?s=20
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