COVID Mask Wearers Could Be Exposed to Toxic Chemicals: Study

COVID Mask Wearers Could Be Exposed to Toxic Chemicals: Study
Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press
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Some have heralded masks as the gold standard of protective gear against COVID-19. However, they may be causing more problems than expected.

Results from a study published in the Journal of Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety in May have indicated that masks pose significant risks to wearers because of toxins emitted by the tight-fitting face coverings.
Mary Gillis
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Mary Elizabeth Gillis is a health reporter and cardiopulmonary specialist with over a decade of experience. After graduating with her doctorate in applied physiology, she earned a master of science degree in journalism from Columbia University.
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