FactCheck.org: Video Misrepresents the Science Behind Face Masks
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Quick Take
A viral video misrepresents scientific papers and the reasons for wearing face masks to claim that they are ineffective in mitigating transmission of COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said that masks may help prevent the spread of the disease.
Full Story
A video pushing misinformation about face masks racked up hundreds of thousands of views on Facebook and YouTube, before the latter removed it for violating the platforms community standards.
It begins with a promise to answer these questions:
In our highly politicized climate, it seems like everybody has to be on some kind of team
If we set aside feelings and we just look at facts, what do facts say about wearing a face mask? What does science say about face masks and whether or not they prevent the spread of viruses like COVID-19?
But it doesnt report either facts or science.
More at the jump:
https://www.factcheck.org/2020/07/video-misrepresents-the-science-behind-face-masks/
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