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COPD and COVID-19: Can we go out if we have a mask?

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Malcolm

14/05/2020 at 12:42

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Can i go out with a face covering on?

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mariejo

18/05/2020 at 16:20

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@Malcolm hi malcom, i believe we can and it's even encouraged that we do so. You should just be careful to wash it if it's a reusable cloth one and avoid touching the front of it that touches your face.

COPD and COVID-19: Can we go out if we have a mask? https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/copd/living-with-copd/a-mask-3341 2020-05-18 16:20:22

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