FabSwingers.com forum: Are you wearing a mask?

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I am but just when I am going in shops and on public transport as I think it is important to show respect to the shop keepers and the passengers. I have even seen drivers wearing one when they are alone in the car. I cant see the logic in that one, can you?

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By *agan_PairCouple
over a year ago

portchester

Very few seem to down here - we had a friend come down who commented that where he was if you were not wearing a mask at the shops you were glared at - here it seemed to be the other way round the mask wearers are seen as the odd ones out

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By *ydrewMan
over a year ago

forest

Only when going to the bank

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I am but just when I am going in shops and on public transport as I think it is important to show respect to the shop keepers and the passengers. I have even seen drivers wearing one when they are alone in the car. I cant see the logic in that one, can you?"

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so

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By *uietlykinkymeWoman
over a year ago

kinky land

No.

I don't use public transport and until they become compulsory in supermarkets I won't wear a face covering.

We've made some cotton, Harry potter fabric, face coverings to fit (with a space to insert a filter) but only for worse case and so my autistic child gets familiar with them (in the hope they seem less scary) it was actually a fun home learning thing and she loves sewing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My sister made me a couple but as yet unworn.

Don't use public transport. Very few people wearing them in shops around here.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not wearing one yet, not until I have to. Don't use public transport at present as still working from home. Also, I think we need more education about how to wear the face masks properly. Have seen people wearing the mask covering just their mouth but not nose, or people who are still wearing masks (lowered onto their chins) while smoking, drinking or eating. What's the point of that???

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

We're not wearing them at the moment, but have ordered some, as we have a hospital appointment coming up and we have to wear one, quite right too

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By *atEvolutionCouple
over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

Not sat on my sofa lol and not mostly on the street. But if I were in a place like Chester with narrow walkways and such I would, and gloves too.

I always wear mask and gloves in supermarkets. I wear gloves at fuel pumps and payment machines. I use my phone to pay otherwise.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No I dont do the shopping and I dont use public transport.

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Wore one on the plane but had to.

Went to a food market at the weekend where it was advertised that you should wear masks so I took one along however only the stall holders wore them.

Staff in restaurants and bars are wearing full Perspex shields.

I carry mine with spare filters everywhere I go but not worn it yet. Don’t want tan marks

Will happily wear it if compulsory.

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By *uninlondon69Man
over a year ago

Tower Bridge South

Yes, when in enclosed public spaces. As previously stated, it's partly for the peace of mind of others.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

Dim witted fools.

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Lifes departure lounge NN9 Northamptonshire East not West MidlandsMidlands

Not worn one yet but we over 60s are now advised to wear one when we shop in the supermarket.

I will take a mask with me when I shop tomorrow and if I get hostile looks will put it on, I would point out that I shop at 7 am and usually only see a couple of dozen other shoppers.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've been wearing them when shopping. I take a few bits to my mum's neighbours who are quite old and wouldn't wanna pass anything on... I've found it gets a bit warm though if you wear them for too long.

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By *atEvolutionCouple
over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

"I have even seen drivers wearing one when they are alone in the car. I cant see the logic in that one, can you?"

If you are between places (like different shops etc) it's safer not to handle the mask and leave it on than it is to take it off and put it back on again.

Simple really.

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By *atEvolutionCouple
over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

Here's another question though . . . people who shop alone . . . are you more self conscious about wearing a mask than you would be shopping as a couple for example?

Would this stop you wearing a mask?

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By *atEvolutionCouple
over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke

Dim witted fools. "

Don't see what fun you get out of name calling?

If you are between places (like different shops etc) it's safer not to handle the mask and leave it on than it is to take it off and put it back on again.

Simple really.

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By *ENGUYMan
over a year ago

Hull

As for drivers wearing them consider it could be a company vehicle used by different people.

Or it's a Hired vehicle which some companies suggest wearing of a face covering.

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By *hubaysiWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

"Not wearing one yet, not until I have to. Don't use public transport at present as still working from home. Also, I think we need more education about how to wear the face masks properly. Have seen people wearing the mask covering just their mouth but not nose, or people who are still wearing masks (lowered onto their chins) while smoking, drinking or eating. What's the point of that???"

This.....

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By *ldaCouple
over a year ago

sutton Coldfield

Nope, and I work in a supermarket. About 20% of customers are wearing them, very few staff.

It amuses me when masked customers can’t make themselves understood - they then take the mask off and get really close to you to ask their question...........

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By *inkerbell67Woman
over a year ago

Clacton on sea essex

Not wore a mask and not going to unless o have to ,im not going to be scared of a virus

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Lot of bollocks - no I am not. The mask is about control and fear for the people.

Wednesday - world health org - came out and stated ‘asympomatic transmission is very very rare’

Why are we in lockdown again?????

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If I have to venture out, I wear a mask. I feel like a bit of a tit as no one else seems to but it gets me in the habit of wearing it. If I'm finally allowed to visit vulnerable family, I'll no doubt be expected to wear masks (as their carers do).

Also, they stop me touching my face if I'm wearing one. I never go out without masks and hand sanitizer

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Yes. I protect you, you protect me.

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By *mmabluTV/TS
over a year ago

upton wirral

Did this morning as had to go to hospital but in general no as not using public transport

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By *elshsunsWoman
over a year ago

Flintshire

Nope not in personal life or work life .... and iWork in mental health and with drug users too ... none of us been unwell .. masks are more a hinderance then a help your breathing the same stale carbon dioxide in which will cause you more problems

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights

Ive got a full ppe kit in the car for emergencies, I've added it to my first aid kit, I will wear a mask in shops if I have a coughs and sniffles from hayfever out of respect, so I am keeping my germs to myself ish. Apart from that I have a material one I carry in my bag if I get asked to were one, I'm liking that lots of shops are asking me to hand sanitize before coming in and on leaving

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Dim witted fools. "

Awesome. I'm a dim witted fool for following given protocol (read my explanation further up why ppl wear masks alone in cars)

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By *ntelligent Gent.Man
over a year ago

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Thank you for wearing masks

You are driving infections down

You are doing your country proud

Obviously those who can't cannot.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I/we havn't worn them yet but we have some washable ones ready to use if needed. I have recently received a shielding letter so if i do go out i should probably wear one but i have actually been working up until now and had no PPE nor able to do social distancing.

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By *he Queen of TartsWoman
Forum Mod
over a year ago

My Own Little World

I bought a box the other day as I'm not sure yet what will be required once the school reopens. So my kid has some should the school say they need them.

Have 1 in my bag if I start getting The Look from people whilst out.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I avoid public transport, but when I have had to use it for work I’ve worn a mask. But that’s more how careful I have to be for my work. Most people don’t seem to be bothering where we are.

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By *layfull pairingCouple
over a year ago

Bristol

Nope... just a load of fear/control propaganda to make it look like somebody in government has a plan...

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By *elshsunsWoman
over a year ago

Flintshire

"Nope... just a load of fear/control propaganda to make it look like somebody in government has a plan... "

Exactly .... everyone terrorised into wearing a mask ... I get it if you have underlying problems but not if you fit and healthy !!!

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

I'm wearing one in work, we never know no us going to come in. Rather not take any chances

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Only in work as PPE is compulsory

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By *atelotmanMan
over a year ago

Chatham

I wear one when ever I have to go shopping.And Im one of the so call dimwit who keeps it on when driving from A to B to drop food at my exs an then on to her mother an sisters. I don't have money to keep putting a new one on if I have touched it. So I would rather be a live dimwit,then a dead idiot.

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By *alking HeadMan
over a year ago

Bolton

Full NBC suit and gas mask. With a 2liter compressed air cylinder strapped to my thigh in case u get surrounded by covid zombies. Am i going overboard?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm currently in the middle East, whete it's compulsory to wear Masks or face a £650 fine. They have less than 500 deaths so far.... I'll be wearing one on my return

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I try to wear one where possible but they make me overheat and sweat so much! So then I end up touching my face which obviously defeats the purpose. If I am alone in an aisle I will lower the mask to my chin so I can breathe and get some air onto my face. I tried keeping it on during an entire shopping trip once and felt like passing out when I reached the tills.

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By *ancs_tgirl_38TV/TS
over a year ago

Blackpool

Fearmongering visual props to keep control of folks and scared for as long as possible. Welcome to China.

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By *entakuruMan
over a year ago

Exeter

I wasted a few quid on one the other day, it doesn't fit properly. Chocolateb teapots spring to mind.

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By *aamCouple
over a year ago

near chippenham

I wear one any time I go to the shops or anywhere public. I do not use public transport though. I find it makes me feel much better. I am slightly obsessive though.. everything gets alcohol gelled or disinfected with wipes including: phones, keys, anything that comes into the house (shopping etc) even the post.... we are a high risk household so... better safe then sorry.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I dont wear one, dont use public transport either but then wearing a mask would mean steamy glasses. Being able to see where im waking is more important as i dont want to be bumping into people

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've started wearing a mask if shopping or in an otherwise enclosed space. I don't get the reluctance to? Even if it makes a small difference, it's worth it surely?

A friend in Spain says round where he is you get looked at weird if you're not wearing one. We should strive for the same, normalise the use. Oh and it's not about 'project fear' at all, it's about having empathy and consideration for others.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I've started wearing a mask if shopping or in an otherwise enclosed space. I don't get the reluctance to? Even if it makes a small difference, it's worth it surely?

There's quite a lot of "I'm alright Jack" going around.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A pandemic of it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I will, against my better judgement, on public transport from Monday.

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

I don't wear one. I think they're mostly unnecessary except in a very enclosed place like a busy train carriage.

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By *uited staffs guyMan
over a year ago

staffordshire

Masks are a second rate substitute for social distancing - I’d rather either be outside, or 2m away from someone without a mask than close with one

If the time comes where social distancing isn’t possible, eg work environments, having to travel on a busy tube etc then yes I would, but it would be because I can’t socially distance not because masks are as good as

As for gloves they are when when you put them on but the second you touch something they’re contaminated, and wearing gloves usually stops people hand washing or sanitising - as the CMO said the other day you’re better off with bare hands of someone who is washing/sanitising regularly than someone wearing gloves who has been touching everything with them

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By *elshsunsWoman
over a year ago

Flintshire

"Fearmongering visual props to keep control of folks and scared for as long as possible. Welcome to China. "

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

I'm a bit remiss as not wearing them outside of work

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Masks are a second rate substitute for social distancing - I’d rather either be outside, or 2m away from someone without a mask than close with one

I wear a mask in addition to social distancing and isolating myself where possible, not instead of.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What I don't understand is the social distancing queuing outside of a supermarket to then get within a small space of each other inside. It defeats the object of queuing outside to then not bother once in. Wearing a mask would help with the social distancing as it is difficult inside, they clearly work

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By *heltenhamBiGuyMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

I knew my gimp mask would come in useful

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

not at all

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"What I don't understand is the social distancing queuing outside of a supermarket to then get within a small space of each other inside. It defeats the object of queuing outside to then not bother once in. Wearing a mask would help with the social distancing as it is difficult inside, they clearly work"

The staff are able to control the amount if people entering the store. Once inside people should take responsibility for maintaining social distancing, you can't expect staff to police that.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

The staff are able to control the amount if people entering the store. Once inside people should take responsibility for maintaining social distancing, you can't expect staff to police that. "

Yeah, it's a mix of controlling entry and people doing the right thing

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By *tooveMan
over a year ago

belfast

Nah. No point.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't expect staff to maintain it. that's not what I'm saying, people don't SD and can't to a certain extent. When you go to go down an aisle and there's 5 ppl already in it, if you wait, people will still overtake you anyway so it's never maintained. Like I say, I'm in a country where its mandatory to wear a mask and figures speak for themselves at less than 500 deaths

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yep. When out in public I have been wearing a mask since LockDown.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Everyone seems to remember the bit about 2 metres but seem to have missed the bit about 15 minutes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Everyone seems to remember the bit about 2 metres but seem to have missed the bit about 15 minutes."

15 mins ?

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By *uffnmuffCouple
over a year ago

London

No I don't and I wish the people who do wear them wouldn't throw them away in the street and their gloves disgusting.

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"I don't expect staff to maintain it. that's not what I'm saying, people don't SD and can't to a certain extent. When you go to go down an aisle and there's 5 ppl already in it, if you wait, people will still overtake you anyway so it's never maintained. Like I say, I'm in a country where its mandatory to wear a mask and figures speak for themselves at less than 500 deaths "

I didn't mean about you expecting it, sorry if it came across like that.

Working in a shop myself I hope that people do the right thing but unfortunately there are a lot of people who still don't get it. Or just can't be bothered with waiting a mi Ute or two, more so recently I've noticed

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By *moothdickMan
over a year ago

stoke

Only a gimp or Mickey Mouse mask

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Lifes departure lounge NN9 Northamptonshire East not West MidlandsMidlands

"Everyone seems to remember the bit about 2 metres but seem to have missed the bit about 15 minutes."

The 15 min rule was quietly dropped about 3 weeks ago

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By *ody and mindMan
over a year ago

Somewhere near you

I’m not. I know how ineffective anything below an FFP3 rating is at stopping the virus. Social isolation is a safer method of staying safe. Doing my head in seeing people wearing them without their nose it or around their chin.

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By *ourayloversCouple
over a year ago

chesterfield

Wearing a mask in a car is like taking the pill when you're pregnant

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wear one when kissing and for oral as it lowers the risk for both parties.

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By *egalBeetleWoman
over a year ago

London

We got some handmade masks from the local community however none of them actually fit properly. I'll be using surgical masks provided by work and I continue to limit my socialising rn.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have to wear it at work. Take it off at the end of the shift is like taking a bra off when you get home.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

Dim witted fools.

Don't see what fun you get out of name calling?

If you are between places (like different shops etc) it's safer not to handle the mask and leave it on than it is to take it off and put it back on again.

Simple really."

Dim-wits.

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By *arkb73Man
over a year ago

Cheshire/Staffs

Not wearing one right at this moment no

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You probably won't crash when you drive a car, but we still wear seat belts just in case, and it's such an easy and non-intrusive thing to do. I really don't get the aversion to wearing a mask when indoors.

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By *elly babesCouple
over a year ago

Manchester

Yup

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By *exyCouple999Couple
over a year ago

South Bucks

As an engineer involved in the supply and technical side of ventilators, I pretty much have to wear one at all times.

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By *iss LovelyWoman
over a year ago

Here and There

Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wear at work.. 2 hrs is enough in ppe..

Not worn shopping etc... Would wear on public transport no question... But don't use

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places. "

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

That's the thing though. By the time you have symptoms, you've already spread it. Which is why I wear masks in shops, cos heaven forbid I pass it to a client and it kills them

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By *iss LovelyWoman
over a year ago

Here and There

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

Well obviously, if I thought I had it I wouldn’t go out. But I could have an not know, so I wear a mask. I think we all should.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

No symptoms for two weeks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

Well obviously, if I thought I had it I wouldn’t go out. But I could have an not know, so I wear a mask. I think we all should. "

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

Well obviously, if I thought I had it I wouldn’t go out. But I could have an not know, so I wear a mask. I think we all should. "

Would you feel safe clearing asbestos in that mask?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can't wait to see the reason for that question *popcorn*

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By *iss LovelyWoman
over a year ago

Here and There

"Yes I do, to protect others incase I have it. I think they should be mandatory in all public places.

If you think you might have it, stay at home.

Well obviously, if I thought I had it I wouldn’t go out. But I could have an not know, so I wear a mask. I think we all should.

Would you feel safe clearing asbestos in that mask?"

Have you ever painted the very end of your nose with bright blue paint from a watering can?

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

"Can't wait to see the reason for that question *popcorn*"

Asbestos. Big, deadly particles. Needs disposable suits, eye protection, specialist air filtration.

Corona virus, unimaginable tiny particles.... stopped with a "surgical" mask. Or in some cases a home made mask.. pull the other one.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Can't wait to see the reason for that question *popcorn*

Asbestos. Big, deadly particles. Needs disposable suits, eye protection, specialist air filtration.

Corona virus, unimaginable tiny particles.... stopped with a "surgical" mask. Or in some cases a home made mask.. pull the other one. "

Load of asbestos in the co-op, aye.

*Munches popcorn*

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What % of asbestos breathed out is blocked by a mask? If it's more than 0% it's worth wearing a mask.

*More popcorn*

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

"Can't wait to see the reason for that question *popcorn*

Asbestos. Big, deadly particles. Needs disposable suits, eye protection, specialist air filtration.

Corona virus, unimaginable tiny particles.... stopped with a "surgical" mask. Or in some cases a home made mask.. pull the other one.

Load of asbestos in the co-op, aye.

*Munches popcorn*"

Quite possibly.

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By *iss LovelyWoman
over a year ago

Here and There

"Can't wait to see the reason for that question *popcorn*

Asbestos. Big, deadly particles. Needs disposable suits, eye protection, specialist air filtration.

Corona virus, unimaginable tiny particles.... stopped with a "surgical" mask. Or in some cases a home made mask.. pull the other one. "

They’ve done studies that show that a mask will help you to keep your germs to yourself if you have it. It’s not perfect, but it helps. That’s all we can do isn’t it?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Everyone seems to remember the bit about 2 metres but seem to have missed the bit about 15 minutes.

The 15 min rule was quietly dropped about 3 weeks ago

Someone had better tell Patrick Vallance then because he stated at the daily briefing this week.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Coronavirus: How does contact tracing work in England? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52442754

Close contact less than 2m for longer than 15 minutes.

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By *ig1gaz1Man
over a year ago

bradford

theres been a warning issued

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a safety alert urging all employers and suppliers not to purchase or use KN95 facemasks.

HSE experts identified the PPE as suspect and locally arranged testing confirmed they would not meet requirements, including to protect against the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. About 90% of the PPE concerns and queries currently being received by the HSE involve KN95 masks which are often accompanied by fake or fraudulent paperwork.

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By *asmeenTV/TS
over a year ago

STOKE ON TRENT

Yes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yep, wearing mine when in the shop. As driving in a mask goes - I don't take mine off in between shops if I need to visit more than one. So I drive wearing my mask from one shop to the next to prevent unnecessary touching. Take it off and sterilise it once I get home.

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By *erfume-LoverMan
over a year ago

Lothian area

I wonder what they will do at border control at Heathrow - a few years ago when coming back from USA and transferring at Heathrow I was asked to remove my glasses by the passport control guy ( pre automatic machines ) - the woman behind me was wearing a Niqab - she was not aske dot remove it and sailed passed the check.

I wonder if face masks will be acceptable?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've only just bought 50 of those.

I hope I get to travel later on this month.

Desperate to get out of Town, to travel on public transport, if only for one day!

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By *oggoneMan
over a year ago

Derry

Yes, in enclosed public spaces I'm in the minority though

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By *eavenscentitCouple
over a year ago

barnstaple

I have to wear one at work it's horrible. No way will I join the lemmings wearing them outdoors

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By *aul happyMan
over a year ago

tilgate crawley

always worn one since lockdown started..... when going to shops or the park and other busy areas...….. wasn't just for me but was for people around me,,,,,

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By *iss.ddWoman
over a year ago

Leeds + Newcastle

I have them but I've not been in a situation where I've been around people other than my household since this started so not had the need to wear them.

I will wear it though, when the need arises.

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By *ackformore100Man
over a year ago

Tin town

"always worn one since lockdown started..... when going to shops or the park and other busy areas...….. wasn't just for me but was for people around me,,,,,"

Well said. I'm surprised by the ignorance and selfishness of some people. Just take a look at the countries who are doing the best at combating this thing. Stronger together.

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By *andy2123Couple
over a year ago

Portsmouth

I had the virus in early April, and had it bad, I now wear a mask a lot, learn my lesson, wear one, it's not hard, and it helps with your confidence. I nearly died. I was lucky.

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By *oinerbillMan
over a year ago

warrington

I work as a surveyor in peoples homes, and I always explain I will wear a mask because I have been in various properties so its to protect them as much as me

the number of people who say "oh its ok you don't need to wear it" is staggering

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ll have to from Monday not daunted I guess I should start wearing one now?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ll have to from Monday not daunted I guess I should start wearing one now? "

I'm sure you'll know when to wear them or not! Keep one in your pocket, when outside just incase.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I had the virus in early April, and had it bad, I now wear a mask a lot, learn my lesson, wear one, it's not hard, and it helps with your confidence. I nearly died. I was lucky. "

I'm sorry you went through that x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The trouble is that people are discarding their masks by just chucking them down on the floor, making the whole thing a farce because some poor sod has got to go and clean it up.

Not saying anyone in this thread does that, but I have seen disgraceful pictures of scores of masks thrown away on the pavement outside train stations and doctor's surgery. They are a blight on the landscape.

So if Masks are made compulsory where do you think Wayne and Waynetta Slob will be chucking their masks I ask ?

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By *arakiss12TV/TS
over a year ago

Bedford

Same about shops. Driving alone in car, I think are getting used to them or can't be bothered taking them on and off. Less fiddling he better I suppose.

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By *iss LovelyWoman
over a year ago

Here and There

"The trouble is that people are discarding their masks by just chucking them down on the floor, making the whole thing a farce because some poor sod has got to go and clean it up.

So if Masks are made compulsory where do you think Wayne and Waynetta Slob will be chucking their masks I ask ?"

I see no reason why a regular person needs disposable masks. I have a cotton one that I made. It’s reusable. Any one wearing disposable masks and discarding them are a disgrace.

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By *usie pTV/TS
over a year ago

taunton

I think we should all be wearing them in shops public transport etc we are only in there for a relatively short time I think its a better precaution than anyone pretending that we are 2 metres distancing its impossible, thousands using supermarkets some are bound to have covid.I spray my hands with alcohol spray then spray the mask put it on then when I come out I do hands again take mask off and spray it then hands again it takes only a few seconds simple no problem.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have a Luchedor mask that I regularly wear to Aldi. Nothing to do with the virus but it makes shopping more fun

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By *oddyWoman
over a year ago

between havant and chichester

I have had to from the start as I'm vulnerable and been told I might get another sheilding letter to keep me on till September I'm only allowed out to go to the hospital

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By *oddyWoman
over a year ago

between havant and chichester

Last time I was there even a guide dog was wearing one looked so cute

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Last time I was there even a guide dog was wearing one looked so cute"

Haha!

Hello Voddy

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

"I have had to from the start as I'm vulnerable and been told I might get another sheilding letter to keep me on till September I'm only allowed out to go to the hospital"

If you're vulnerable a mask won't protect you from breathing virus in. Although it will stop you putting your contaminated fingers in your nose. You'd be more likely to contract the virus through your eyes, tear ducts etc.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Some people hurt my poor brain on this topic.

Some aren't grasping the fact that ppl are following guidelines set by their work and the government as a way to try and protect us as best possible

By all means have your own opinion, but don't berate and name call

You don't wanna wear a mask, don't wear one. It's that simple

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i havent changed anything i do from the start of all this

worked all the way through as normal

lived day to day as normal

seen family as normal

respected people wishes as normal

each to there own

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By *andrxCouple
over a year ago

bedford

"If I have to venture out, I wear a mask. I feel like a bit of a tit as no one else seems to but it gets me in the habit of wearing it. If I'm finally allowed to visit vulnerable family, I'll no doubt be expected to wear masks (as their carers do).

Also, they stop me touching my face if I'm wearing one. I never go out without masks and hand sanitizer "

Well said .

On another note , to the people who say they are pointless well 1% of something is better then 100% of nothing .

I wear one at work because it is compulsory but I would wear one anyway . There are thousands if not millions of people terrified of this virus so their actions should be respected if they feel the need to wear one . Nobody gets to have an opinion on someone else's health be it physical or mental . You have to do what makes you feel safer.

Stay safe and look after yourselves

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I know whats coming. To offset lowering social distancing to 1 metre, masks will become compulsory in shops, pubs and public places. I can feel it in my bones. We are being softened up for it. If I was a shop owner I would be really annoyed having spend millions on little stickers and signs everywhere saying stay 2 metres apart.

How on earth we are supposed to drink my pint through a mask is beyond me though. I guess someone will invent a clever gismo to do it, patent it and make an absolute fortune out of our stupidity.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so "

That does not make sense

And no the moisture buildup is not safe

Wash hands mask on

Wash hands touch mask as much as you want

Wash hands remove mask

As many times a day as you wish

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over a year ago

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so

That does not make sense

And no the moisture buildup is not safe

Wash hands mask on

Wash hands touch mask as much as you want

Wash hands remove mask

As many times a day as you wish

Hun, I'm well aware of the moisture issue. I'm well aware of the hand washing. I'm a carer. We are allocated 2 masks a day. And I do 12 hour shifts. So that means I do a whole morning in the same mask. 6 hours in the same house. I cant have a drink cos it means removing my mask. I then get half an hour to go do whatever before going between several homes in 1 mask. So much fun in the heat we've been having. So I've had to buy my own (not cheap I assure you). So yes we do keep a dry mask on between homes.

And sadly the oxygen deprivation is putting us at risk. But it's part of the job, during very tough times, in an industry that is always under funded.

And if you knew the truth of how long it took to get the full ppe we need, you'd be disgusted

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so

That does not make sense

And no the moisture buildup is not safe

Wash hands mask on

Wash hands touch mask as much as you want

Wash hands remove mask

As many times a day as you wish

And sadly the oxygen deprivation is putting us at risk. But it's part of the job, during very tough times, in an industry that is always under funded.

And if you knew the truth of how long it took to get the full ppe we need, you'd be disgusted"

I am disgusted at inadequate ppe

However I cannot understand why you cannot safely drink

Nor why you wear a mask whilst driving alone ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so

That does not make sense

And no the moisture buildup is not safe

Wash hands mask on

Wash hands touch mask as much as you want

Wash hands remove mask

As many times a day as you wish

And sadly the oxygen deprivation is putting us at risk. But it's part of the job, during very tough times, in an industry that is always under funded.

And if you knew the truth of how long it took to get the full ppe we need, you'd be disgusted

I am disgusted at inadequate ppe

However I cannot understand why you cannot safely drink

Nor why you wear a mask whilst driving alone ?

You can't remove your mask while in the home of a client that's shielded so you can't drink. You have to enter the home with one on. So you can't drink in those 6 hour shifts. We keep them on in the car because we are allowed 2 a day or buy our own. I'm aware I can get them in b&m, but they aren't the quality of what I buy online. I cant afford to keep buying masks on minimum wage, none of us can, so we do what we can with what we are given. And believe me, we have all argued that 2 a day isn't enough, and we get told that 2 a day is what we get or buy our own as we are provided enough masks based on guidelines.

The minute a mask is removed its done, you can't even pull it down between clients unless you use a fresh one

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so

That does not make sense

And no the moisture buildup is not safe

Wash hands mask on

Wash hands touch mask as much as you want

Wash hands remove mask

As many times a day as you wish

And sadly the oxygen deprivation is putting us at risk. But it's part of the job, during very tough times, in an industry that is always under funded.

And if you knew the truth of how long it took to get the full ppe we need, you'd be disgusted

I am disgusted at inadequate ppe

However I cannot understand why you cannot safely drink

Nor why you wear a mask whilst driving alone ?

The minute a mask is removed its done, you can't even pull it down between clients unless you use a fresh one"

I want to know what scientific anti contamination reasons there are for not being able to remove and drink

Client not in kitchen

You do have cov

You go to sink

You fill glass

You wash hands

You remove mask and drink

You wash hands

You refit mask

You clean sink glass and surround area

Zero absolutely zero risk to client

Lots of risk to you not drinking

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I dont wear them in shops and wouldn't wear one unless I was in an enclosed space in close proximity to someone for a considerable period of time i.e 15 mins or so.

Also I work on a cruise ship and have seen the bad habits that result from the use of face masks. And the paper ones everyone wear are only effective for very short period of time once they become moist through breathing they offer no protection at all.

Also the use of gloves is more likekly to spread the virus on surfaces. Far far better to wash hands or use hand sanitiser.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There could be a justified reason for alone in the car.

Carers are being allocated 2 masks a day unless they have to remove them to drink or eat etc. So they wear them going from client to client. It's safe to do so

That does not make sense

And no the moisture buildup is not safe

Wash hands mask on

Wash hands touch mask as much as you want

Wash hands remove mask

As many times a day as you wish

And sadly the oxygen deprivation is putting us at risk. But it's part of the job, during very tough times, in an industry that is always under funded.

And if you knew the truth of how long it took to get the full ppe we need, you'd be disgusted

I am disgusted at inadequate ppe

However I cannot understand why you cannot safely drink

Nor why you wear a mask whilst driving alone ?

The minute a mask is removed its done, you can't even pull it down between clients unless you use a fresh one

I want to know what scientific anti contamination reasons there are for not being able to remove and drink

Client not in kitchen

You do have cov

You go to sink

You fill glass

You wash hands

You remove mask and drink

You wash hands

You refit mask

You clean sink glass and surround area

Zero absolutely zero risk to client

Lots of risk to you not drinking

Once you remove a mask, it's done. You can't put a used mask back on your face even if only off for 30 seconds.

We don't know if our clients are potentially carrying covid so the virus could be on the outside of the mask (hence the need to never touch the mask). That mask will dangle under our face close enough to potentially catch covid if the client is carrying the virus.

It's sad but true that right now, the ppl that should be shielding, often haven't. I've walked into many homes to find the cleaner is there, or a family member has dropped the shopping in and put it away without a mask on

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

"I'm currently in the middle East, whete it's compulsory to wear Masks or face a £650 fine. They have less than 500 deaths so far.... I'll be wearing one on my return"

But it's just fear propaganda to control the masses

Thanks for being sensible.

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

I haven't been out apart to socially distanced pick up my clock and collect food orders.

But when I am allowed back out I will wear one. I've ordered a cycling courier style ones with filters so hopefully won't be too bad breathing if you can cycle in them.

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By *sianMancMan
over a year ago

Manchester

I will be when I go out if I go out.

I will be on my travels again abroad and then I most definitely will be.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Truth regards non surgical masks.

They build up co2 gas

They become a damp breeding ground for bacteria which you inhale.

The c19 virus spore are so minute,they pass through the fabric of the mask.

Safe?.quite the opposite!

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By *ikeC81Man
over a year ago

harrow

I had to wear a mask for the first time on the tube and bus today

I didn’t mind, yes it’s uncomfortable but if saves someone’s life then so be it

Though I must say everyone on my tube was wearing it but about 5 people on the bus were not and in a tighter enclosed space

I had a rant about social media about this and people said ohhh they may have breathing issues etc I was like I have asthma and I still wear a mask

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By *nglishdoodMan
over a year ago

Morristown

The sheer number of people who don't understand the purpose of masks is staggering. They're not to prevent you from catching the virus, they're to contain YOUR germs so you don't pass the disease (that you might have without knowing it) to others!

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The sheer number of people who don't understand the purpose of masks is staggering. They're not to prevent you from catching the virus, they're to contain YOUR germs so you don't pass the disease (that you might have without knowing it) to others!

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish. "

I went shopping today, majority of people not wearing one as no need plenty of space to social distance.

However the ones that were were constantly touching them, adjusting them, not wearing them properly so likley to result in the increase transmission if they had covid.

What made me laugh the most was three couples all wearing them but not sanitising thier hands or trolly when they entered the store.

So please get off you high horse when you say by not wearing your being selfish, social distancing and good hand hygiene trumps a paper masks or a DIY mask any day.

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By *elshsunsWoman
over a year ago

Flintshire

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish.

I went shopping today, majority of people not wearing one as no need plenty of space to social distance.

However the ones that were were constantly touching them, adjusting them, not wearing them properly so likley to result in the increase transmission if they had covid.

What made me laugh the most was three couples all wearing them but not sanitising thier hands or trolly when they entered the store.

So please get off you high horse when you say by not wearing your being selfish, social distancing and good hand hygiene trumps a paper masks or a DIY mask any day. "

Well said .... it’s not selfish !!!! I am struggling h with hay fever right now and no way am I wearing a mask !!!!

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By *amagustaMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

When I go shopping I wear a Soviet russian military gas mask.

It's very deterrent, nobody wants to approach me....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m shielded so yet to be allowed into the big bad world , but I shall be donning a mask when I’m allowed . My work however is my biggest risk

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By *eddy and legsCouple
over a year ago

the wetlands

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish.

I went shopping today, majority of people not wearing one as no need plenty of space to social distance.

However the ones that were were constantly touching them, adjusting them, not wearing them properly so likley to result in the increase transmission if they had covid.

What made me laugh the most was three couples all wearing them but not sanitising thier hands or trolly when they entered the store.

So please get off you high horse when you say by not wearing your being selfish, social distancing and good hand hygiene trumps a paper masks or a DIY mask any day.

Well said .... it’s not selfish !!!! I am struggling h with hay fever right now and no way am I wearing a mask !!!!"

A mask will keep the pollen out of your nose and keep your germs in when you sneeze

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Not wore a mask and not going to unless o have to ,im not going to be scared of a virus "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Lot of bollocks - no I am not. The mask is about control and fear for the people.

Wednesday - world health org - came out and stated ‘asympomatic transmission is very very rare’

Why are we in lockdown again????? "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Nope not in personal life or work life .... and iWork in mental health and with drug users too ... none of us been unwell .. masks are more a hinderance then a help your breathing the same stale carbon dioxide in which will cause you more problems

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Nope... just a load of fear/control propaganda to make it look like somebody in government has a plan... "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Nope... just a load of fear/control propaganda to make it look like somebody in government has a plan...

Exactly .... everyone terrorised into wearing a mask ... I get it if you have underlying problems but not if you fit and healthy !!!"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Can't wait to see the reason for that question *popcorn*

Asbestos. Big, deadly particles. Needs disposable suits, eye protection, specialist air filtration.

Corona virus, unimaginable tiny particles.... stopped with a "surgical" mask. Or in some cases a home made mask.. pull the other one. "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have to wear one at work it's horrible. No way will I join the lemmings wearing them outdoors "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have had to from the start as I'm vulnerable and been told I might get another sheilding letter to keep me on till September I'm only allowed out to go to the hospital

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"i havent changed anything i do from the start of all this

worked all the way through as normal

lived day to day as normal

seen family as normal

respected people wishes as normal

each to there own

"
same

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish.

I went shopping today, majority of people not wearing one as no need plenty of space to social distance.

However the ones that were were constantly touching them, adjusting them, not wearing them properly so likley to result in the increase transmission if they had covid.

What made me laugh the most was three couples all wearing them but not sanitising thier hands or trolly when they entered the store.

So please get off you high horse when you say by not wearing your being selfish, social distancing and good hand hygiene trumps a paper masks or a DIY mask any day.

Well said .... it’s not selfish !!!! I am struggling h with hay fever right now and no way am I wearing a mask !!!!

A mask will keep the pollen out of your nose and keep your germs in when you sneeze"

Erm no they dont!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes, I do my shopping wearing either a Clone Wars, Reven, or a Mandalorian mask (helmet realy) just to upstage people.

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By *eddy and legsCouple
over a year ago

the wetlands

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish.

I went shopping today, majority of people not wearing one as no need plenty of space to social distance.

However the ones that were were constantly touching them, adjusting them, not wearing them properly so likley to result in the increase transmission if they had covid.

What made me laugh the most was three couples all wearing them but not sanitising thier hands or trolly when they entered the store.

So please get off you high horse when you say by not wearing your being selfish, social distancing and good hand hygiene trumps a paper masks or a DIY mask any day.

Well said .... it’s not selfish !!!! I am struggling h with hay fever right now and no way am I wearing a mask !!!!

A mask will keep the pollen out of your nose and keep your germs in when you sneeze

Erm no they dont! "

Masks work similarly to the way that air purifiers do. The filter media in the mask traps particles and pollutants as you breathe. Typically, an allergy mask will be able to provide protection against common particle allergens like pollen, plant spores, pet dander, mold, house dust, and dust mites.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not wearing one isn't tough and brave, it's selfish.

I went shopping today, majority of people not wearing one as no need plenty of space to social distance.

However the ones that were were constantly touching them, adjusting them, not wearing them properly so likley to result in the increase transmission if they had covid.

What made me laugh the most was three couples all wearing them but not sanitising thier hands or trolly when they entered the store.

So please get off you high horse when you say by not wearing your being selfish, social distancing and good hand hygiene trumps a paper masks or a DIY mask any day.

Well said .... it’s not selfish !!!! I am struggling h with hay fever right now and no way am I wearing a mask !!!!

A mask will keep the pollen out of your nose and keep your germs in when you sneeze

Erm no they dont!

Except masks have big gaps down the side. The blue surgical masks we see are only prevent fluid transmission. If you want to prevent particles you need an FP3 mask and there expensive and hard to get hold of and difficult to breath for long periods in. The ones people are buying off of ebay and amzon with the removable filters are for a better word useless.

Also pollen isn't just a problem when it is breathed in it can also get into your eyes causing similar reactions. Add on alot of people with athsma have suffer from sever hay-fever mask make it harder to breath.

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By *ammisuxTV/TS
over a year ago

Uxbridge

I have no intention of wearing a mask at all. I don't believe they are effective against C19 at all, result in breathing too much CO2 and I'm am not scared of the virus. I appreciate some want others to wear them on the basis it protects others but I don't believe it does.

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By *ammisuxTV/TS
over a year ago

Uxbridge

"Lot of bollocks - no I am not. The mask is about control and fear for the people.

Wednesday - world health org - came out and stated ‘asympomatic transmission is very very rare’

Why are we in lockdown again?????

This!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have no intention of wearing a mask at all. I don't believe they are effective against C19 at all, result in breathing too much CO2 and I'm am not scared of the virus. I appreciate some want others to wear them on the basis it protects others but I don't believe it does."

I used to wear masks for work different masks for different operations. I’ve seen so many people wearing stuff over their face that wouldn’t prevent anything. Also lots of people not got the mask covering the mouth and nose total waste of time and my final gripe about masks is the amount I see laying on the ground when I walk our dog how fucking lazy can people be to drop masks or gloves in the street.

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