Face masks ‘most effective’ way to prevent COVID-19 spread: study

Australian advice on masks 'isn't rational', leading infection control expert Professor Mary-Louise McLaws says
Professor Mary-Louise McLaws.

Mandatory wearing of face masks in COVID-19 epicentres likely prevented tens of thousands of cases, a US study suggests.

The findings also suggest that the widespread use of face masks in public is more effective than other public health measures, the researchers say.