Dr. Anthony Fauci has said that double masking “just makes common sense.”
In theory, it’ll help reduce the spread of COVID-19 by filtering more particles.
Double masking is most helpful when there are concerns about source control.
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On a recent appearance on the “Today” show, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is the chief medical adviser on COVID-19 for the president, said that double masking is a move that “just makes common sense” and is “likely” to provide more protection against the transmission of COVID-19.