Wondering what stoner dude (Adler) has in mind regarding Abbott's announcement today (Austin: buy, luxury)

[BobPhipps]

Originally Posted by Trainwreck20

There are two things here - businesses back to 100% and no mask mandate. Very few people seem to have an issue with this. Then there is the mask mandate. Many, many people seem to think that it should stay in place.

I suspect that the reason most are in agreement with the 100% is that we were pretty much at 75% already. Of course people want businesses to thrive. Many just want it with reasonable precautions until we hit the appropriate vaccination numbers.

[Trainwreck20]

Originally Posted by BobPhipps

I suspect that the reason most are in agreement with the 100% is that we were pretty much at 75% already. Of course people want businesses to thrive. Many just want it with reasonable precautions until we hit the appropriate vaccination numbers.

Yup. There is just so little benefit from lifting the mask mandate (other than political). It costs virtually nothing.

[ScoPro]

Originally Posted by BobPhipps

I suspect that the reason most are in agreement with the 100% is that we were pretty much at 75% already. Of course people want businesses to thrive. Many just want it with reasonable precautions until we hit the appropriate vaccination numbers.

Agreed.

[ScoPro]

Originally Posted by Trainwreck20

Yup. There is just so little benefit from lifting the mask mandate (other than political). It costs virtually nothing.

Yep.

[scot892]

We just heard what hypocrite Adler had to say. As he mentioned, Abbott may have removed the mandate but it doesn't mean that you can't wear one if you want to wear one. I agree with lifting the mandate and if you want to wear a mask, wear one, no one is stopping you from wearing one but make sure it's a N95 mask to actually protect you from others and don't depend on others wearing one to protect you. Also, keep your distance if you are that concerned or just stay home.

[BobPhipps]

Originally Posted by scot892

make sure it's a N95 mask to actually protect you from others

Source that validates your claim?

[Austin97]

Originally Posted by BobPhipps

Source that validates your claim?

n95 masks protect the wearer as the inhalation goes through the mask.

Surgical masks arent sealed so much have much worse protection for the wearer (but there is still some protection). In a clinical setting though they do well, possibly because they are more comfortable.

This article compares cloth masks to N95s.
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/26/10/20-0948_article

I have worn an n95 the whole time.

[Trainwreck20]

Yes, N95 is best. Others do work. There is a group of people that feel if it isn't 100%, then it isn't worthwhile. It equates to an inability to see beyond black and white. Comprehension of percentages and statistical reductions is right out of the question.

[BobPhipps]

Originally Posted by Austin97

n95 masks protect the wearer as the inhalation goes through the mask.

Surgical masks arent sealed so much have much worse protection for the wearer (but there is still some protection).

I have worn an n95 the whole time.

Feel free to provide a source that validates your claim.

What I have seen (and it may be all propaganda) is that an N95 mask is 95% effective in filtering out particles. I have also read that the virus can enter through your eyes from a direct cough or sneeze to your face from a unmasked person. I'm all ears and would love to hear this is all nonsense and that I am completely protected with the use of the N95 mask.

[Trainwreck20]

Nothing completely protects you and I don't think anyone is claiming that. But some are much better than others.