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Walking in the street without personal protective equipment is like defying the government while playing chase with death at the same time. That is why, it is advised by the health care experts to wear face masks and face shields every time we go outside. In today's time, we should never disregard something that will keep us safe. Following the protocols should never be treated as an obstruction considering how these things can reduce the increasing positive cases in the world. COVID-19 scattered many lives, destroyed many jobs and cut off several opportunities to millions of people. So, it is our job to stay safe and obey the experts of this field.
Upon viewing the picture of today's streets and public places, many are still outside walking around or attending to one's need. Majority go out for work; others would buy food for their family and some would meet people for certain reasons. Well, human as we are, we cannot just stay at home and do nothing for the whole day. Many choose to go out even if the current situation scares them. Well, it is inevitable. So, for a simple and safe solution, wearing of PPE is highly prescribed to everyone.
Unlike what front liners wear in their work like body suits and gloves, civilians can just go with face masks and face shields. This two equipment can cover up our entire face, which is effective and useful. Although some would complain about the uncomfortable feeling of wearing one or others would experience skin irritation when mask is used for too long, still, these are our only weapons to fight this deadly virus. And of course, it is with proper procedure to wear these things to avoid any complications ahead. So, what's the point of wearing these outside?
To wear a mask and shield can save one's life. Specifically, it prevents us from getting large droplets of flu virus from someone. Even a little drop in your skin from the people you are talking to could be the source of a viral spread. Individuals can prevent contracting any airborne virus if everyone would practice wearing one. Masks reduce virus spread while shields prevent wearers to touch their face from time to time.
In addition, shield covers the eyes which is the entry point of the virus. Not just that, a mask is best for source control if ever someone coughs. The viral spread is faster than a lightning bolt so we must be alert all the time. This equipment are just our physical armor. It is in our hands how we will safeguard ourselves from this virus. Social distancing, washing of hands, eating healthy foods and wearing face mask and shield are the major actions that we should do.
All in all, this pandemic has existed because of humans' natural greed in power, money and nature. Everything has started bad this year so we must end it right. How? Wear your mask and shield, that’s how you do it.
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References
Can face Shields help prevent COVID-19? Here’s how they compare to face masks. (2020, May 28). Prevention. https://bit.ly/36RQRCe.
9 side effects of wearing face masks. (n.d.). MSN. https://bit.ly/35PSCAC.
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