Mandatory mask wearing. Yes or no?

[whatevernext1976]

In the Czech Republic, there is now compulsory mask-wearing. The being that you protect those around yourself. While it doesn't stop you getting it or passing it on, wearing a mask will reduce the air droplets when you sneeze or cough. He is a video about it.

What do you think? Do you think when lockdown ends, masks should be mandatory? Or are they pointless?

I personally think it would be worth doing especially with handmade cloth type ones that you can wash after each wear. Even if it reduces the spread slightly it is worth it.

[Kokeshi123]

The other thing about masks is that it is a kind of "macro" measure---the virus does seem to spread more slowly in environments where most people wear one most of the time. So I think it would be fine to make exceptions for particular people or situations, as long as mask wearing was the default most of the time.

[Dinosauratemydaffodils]

No. I have pstd, can't cope with anything over my mouth/nose as it's far too triggering so if they become compulsory I (and thus my kids) won't be able to leave the house.