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		simondw on Aug 21, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Covid-related loss of smell tied to changes in the... > Exposure to regular levels of background bacteria and virus keeps our immune system tuned > While the mask likely does not protect you from background virus and bacteria If you believe the second statement, why does the first matter? > it can host all sorts of new growth right against your mouth and face Have you seen any studies on how quickly harmful growth can build up? I'd guess this to be pretty harmless if you change the mask regularly.

GenerocUsername on Aug 23, 2024 [–]

It both doesn't work, and if it did it would be net negative. Masks protect others from your spit, they don't protect you. If you are not ill and generating airborne spit the mask is useless

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