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Ohio we are recommended to wear a mask but don't have to. when i went to the doctor,all of the staff wear them, but it's not mandatory for patients. is that wrong that we aren't forced to at our family dr?i'm never in the same room as another patient
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COVID 19: Where I am at, patients keep their masks on until they are examined. I know you have posted quite a few questions about this specific issue. From a clinical stand point, wearing a mask helps to reduce COVID 19 transmission.
Answered 6/30/2020
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