A family has made their own PSA on the risk of group gatherings. 15 members acquired the coronavirus (COVID-19) at a birthday party.
Everyone should see this.
This short video was made by a family in Arlington, Texas. They want to warn the world about the risk of group gatherings. This is their story:
Personal stories like this help spread important health messages. This is key.
There are several key steps to take to reduce the spread of the virus. They are social distancing, wearing a mask, hand washing and to avoid touching of the face.
Masks are key. Here are the key mask messages. Please share them.
Masks Protect the Person Wearing the Mask
Masks help protect us from the virus. This is key.
Masks Protect Others, too
Masks also protect others, too. It can be days before symptoms appear. Yet, you could still spread it. Also, some people carry the virus but never experience symptoms themselves.
Masks Send a Key Health Message
A mask is a health message. Wearing one sends an important health message.
A mask reminds the person wearing it that the virus is serious. It also reminds others of the same message, too. Please set a positive example for others. Wear a mask.
A Face Shield Alone is not enough
A face shield alone will not stop COVID-19. Here is why.
We first published this story on September 2. It is worth repeating.
A simple study shows the limits of a plastic face shield. And they will not protect us from the virus. Nor protect others. It was done at the Florida Atlantic University.
However, wearing a face mask with the face shield does work.
Face shields have some advantages. Experts point out that a face shield will protect the eyes and discourage touching of the face.
Photograph by Bruno Massao