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What are some precautions that can be taken to prevent airborne infections?
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Hygiene: There are basics of good hygiene that can go along way to preventing airborne infections. One is to keep away from those who are infected. Wearing a protective mask helps - and if we're talking 'airborne' this is a special N95 type mask that's been fitted properly. Check out the CDC guidance on the issue: https://www.cdc.gov/infectioncontrol/basics/transmission-based-precautions.html
Answered 10/30/2017
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