"Resurgence of Face Mask Mandates Amid Flu and COVID Surge"
TL;DR
Face mask mandates are expanding in Pennsylvania and other states in response to a surge in flu and COVID-19 cases. Philadelphia-based Penn Medicine and other healthcare systems have revised their masking requirements, with specific rules for patients, visitors, and staff in various areas. Similar policies have been implemented by health systems in the Philadelphia region and elsewhere in Pennsylvania. Additionally, several hospitals in other states have reinstated mask mandates. Studies have shown that face masks can effectively reduce the spread of COVID-19.
- Face mask mandates expand in Pa., elsewhere amid surge in flu and COVID cases PennLive
- Masks required again in some places, as respiratory illnesses surge KCRA 3
- South suburban hospital latest to require masks as respiratory infections rise WGN TV Chicago
- Masks are making a comeback in Central New York WSYR
- 2 health care systems bring back face masks WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore
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