For masks, it makes sense that they should work and multiple studies have

shown that they serve as an effective barrier in the lab. However, clinical trial that have investigated them have failed to show effectiveness in preventing disease. (Only one trial involved COVID-19; the others involved influenza-like illnesses.)

A university campus would be a great place for a randomized trial of mask effectiveness (particularly now that vaccines are in place to reduce the risk of severe illness). However, I don't think anywhere has the will to do one.

In response to this post by McLovin

Posted: 08/20/2021 at 1:25PM

VT’s own Linsey Marr front and center dispelling myths. -- PhotoHokieNC 08/20/2021 10:52AM

Law of unintended consequences strikes again ** -- fordham 08/20/2021 12:57PM

Now do masks ** -- LaneRat 08/20/2021 12:01PM

She is a huge proponent for quality masks worn correctly to reduce aerosol -- McLovin 08/20/2021 12:30PM

For masks, it makes sense that they should work and multiple studies have -- HokieEngineer 08/20/2021 1:25PM

I believe the law of unintended consequences comes into play here, too. -- Hoakie82 08/20/2021 1:21PM

Can you point to these studies of consequences? -- BG Hokie 08/20/2021 6:07PM

I said the law of unintended consequences. “Keyword unintended” What -- Hoakie82 08/20/2021 10:04PM

My daughter said they were filthy - uncleanable- people would sneeze in -- bigbadbird 08/20/2021 11:44AM

Easily the best follow on Twitter if you care to get real -- hoosnowahokie 08/20/2021 11:26AM

For masks, it makes sense that they should work and multiple studies have

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