BBC News, in an attempt to help people “feeling confused” posted this item about face masks, which wasn’t particularly conclusive, though it did toe the line the British Government was treading at this particular time.
Feeling confused about whether you should wear a face mask to protect yourself and others from coronavirus?
The World Health Organization clearly states that medical masks should be for healthcare workers, not for the general public.
But some countries don’t agree, with several governments telling people they need to wear masks whenever they go out.
Some are advising people to make their own.
The BBC’s Laura Foster looks at the science.
Video by Tobias Chapple, Laura Foster, and Terry Saunders.
BBC News YouTube Channel
UPDATE: Within weeks, the UK Government were advising people to wear facial coverings, in an effort to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
