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Surgical Face Masks Probably Shouldn't be Reused

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7th December 2020
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Surgical Face Masks Probably Shouldn't be Reused
Most scientists advise against rewearing a surgical mask (Getty Images).

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Some on social media are advising that single use disposable surgical masks can be reused after wearing them once. 

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