The science is in — wearing masks can save lives
August 3, 2020 •
Despite all the political controversy about whether masks should be required or not, the science is clear: Face coverings tamp down the spread of COVID-19.
Given that roughly 40 percent of new infections come from people who don’t show symptoms — and may be unaware that they are carriers — the widespread adoption of face coverings is one of the most effective ways for communities to slow the spread of the virus.
Learn the UC research — and watch an explanatory video — at the UC Newsroom
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