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Good evening doctors. do masks offer any level of protection against colds or the flu?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes, partial protection for the bearer, mainly protecting from spreading any possible respiratory infection through droplets to others.

Answered 10/1/2021

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Yes there is protection if mask worn properly and consistently. Flu shot also works wel

Answered 10/1/2021

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Dr. Edward Kuhnley answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

COVID-19 symptoms include cough, fever, fatigue, diarrhea, headache, sputum production, bloody cough and these symptoms are common in influenza and bacterial common cold. Wearing masks helps to reduce or prevent infections caused by pathogens communicable with aerosols and droplets. Flu shots are also helpful. Be healthy!

Answered 10/3/2021

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