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Just as the reaction to the coronavirus reaches new levels of bedlam in the West, there are signs that the shackles of life under quarantine are slowly coming off in China. Case in point: we may soon all be able to breathe mask-free.
You should continue to wear the equivalent of a disposable mask or up in areas deemed to be of medium- to low-risk such as at work, taking an elevator, when out shopping or eating at a restaurant, or on public transportation. The same goes for if you're within a one-meter distance of someone; you don't want to risk wayward spittle ruining your day.
Meanwhile, in high-risk areas like crowded hospitals, railway or subway stations, airports, supermarkets, and restaurants, you're recommended to wear a medical or single-use mask (while workers should wear protective masks that comply with N95 standards or above). The same goes for those who are exhibiting symptoms like coughing or sneezing.
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