First of all, I didn't mention the CDC. Much of what I was talking about was about what HN and forums like this talked about. However, some of these things do apply to health authorities. Fortunately for me, I don't need to rely on my recollection.
> They are NOT effective in preventing general public from catching #Coronavirus, but if healthcare providers can’t get them to care for sick patients, it puts them and our communities at risk!
And of course, Fauci told everyone not to wear masks. But that doesn't matter. This is the Surgeon General saying "They are NOT effective in preventing general public from catching Coronavirus". That is a categorical statement.
https://twitter.com/Surgeon_General/status/12337257852839321...
I will quote it here:
> Seriously people- STOP BUYING MASKS!
> They are NOT effective in preventing general public from catching #Coronavirus, but if healthcare providers can’t get them to care for sick patients, it puts them and our communities at risk!
> http://bit.ly/37Ay6Cm
And of course, Fauci told everyone not to wear masks. But that doesn't matter. This is the Surgeon General saying "They are NOT effective in preventing general public from catching Coronavirus". That is a categorical statement.