The British Government is reviewing its guidance on wearing masks for the general public, the UK’s chief scientific adviser said at a briefing on Friday.
“The evidence is quite variable around masks. It’s not easy to really get a firm position on some of it, and there aren’t very good trials of masks,” Patrick Vallance said, adding that the government was currently following World Health Organization guidelines by not recommending the usage of face masks by the general public.
“We’re looking at the evidence now – we looked at it this week twice, we will look at it again on Tuesday, and hope to be able to make some advice around whether any changes are needed or not,” he said.
Vallance also suggested it was necessary to keep a steady supply to medical facilities.
“It’s absolutely crucial that masks are available in hospitals,” he said.
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