NYC Dept of Health tweets from July 9. Both are reasons to wear an n95 in public. Not just in NYC. COVID, pollution, and climate change are everywhere. Covid and air pollution can cause cumulative damage and disability that will make you more vulnerable to heatwaves and other climate effects.
COVID yes, but a n95 won't do shit about ozone.
Yet they refuse to use the word “N95” and still say “consider” wearing a mask. I’m so tired of this. Even the most pro-mask public health messaging sucks!
It's really common for people in Metro Manila to wear masks outside, even in the heat. Just makes sense given vehicle emissions
Want to mask but lack resources? Look up your local covid action group. They provide free masks, often including sampler packs to help you find the n95-type mask for your specific needs! Size, shape, hair texture, sensory needs, etc matter. So does community care. Mask in public. Always.
Mapping COVID action groups worldwide. Groups are not pinned to exact addresses. On Instagram and Twitter as @covidactionmap.