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Would a kn95 and a 3 play surgical grade mask be enough to protect against covid-19?

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Maybe. The mask must be worn properly and sanitized periodically if exposed. These were developed for short term (minutes to hours) use, not 24/7 masking. There are concerns that the omicron variant may bypass all common 3 ply surgical masks and may get past the 95.

Answered 1/14/2022

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

We think so. But best to avoid folks who might have COVID019 and get vaccinated. And always practice DDD = Death Defying Distancing if you must go out into the world. And encourage others to do the same.

Answered 1/13/2022

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Seem's that nothing's foolproof. Covid 19 molecule is exceptionally small, and masking isn't 100%. It doesn't come near the protection of the vaccines. Best to be prudent. Good thing is that Omicron is extremely contagious, but of low virulence with low morbidity/mortality, and may have already peaked. Todays hospital admissions are almost exclusively among the unvaccinated with or without masks.

Answered 1/14/2022

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It will help but is not foolproof. Get vaccinated and boosted. Vaccine provides the best protection.

Answered 1/15/2022

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