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How effective is wearing a medical protective mask in a room that may have sick people. i am worried as i have copd with other lung issues.
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Would be reasonable: to do especially if you are concerned they have the flu as the flu is spread by droplet as well as fomites. Most respiratory viruses are spread this way so a mask will offer some protection by not allowing you to inhale the droplets. There are various types of masks available. Make sure you use good hand hygiene practices.
Answered 2/19/2015
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