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Due to my weakened immune system, outside of the house i have been wearing n95 masks for the last 3 years due to the pandemic. starting this summer depending on conditions, i may stop using them.any consequences of prolonged n95 use on immune system?
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In my part of the world masks are seldom seen and the hospitalization/ICU rates are a fraction of what they were at this time last year. The newer covid strains are less lethal, and new treatments have changed the landscape. I don't consider even KN95 masks a worthy measure at this time, with the exception of those over 60/heart disease/DM where they may be of use.
Answered 2/27/2023
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