identity politics: Masks are still being worn by some individuals—but not for health reasons
A remnant of the Covid-19 era, masks are being worn by some individuals not only for health reasons but also for the sake of privacy. The demand for masks has dropped significantly after Covid. A Statista Consumer Market Insights report reveals that in 2021, about 402 billion masks were sold worldwide, compared with an estimated 23 billion in 2023.
Source: indiatimes.com