Do masks provide any benefits against pollution and smog in Thailand?

Health & Safety Air Quality Masks and Pollution COVID-19 Expat Life in Thailand

Mar 16, 2020

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The discussion revolves around the effectiveness of masks in Thailand, with one comment expressing skepticism about their utility and another highlighting their role in protecting against pollution and smog.

Neil **********

Helps against pollution, and smog unless you have the virus helps speeding it to others

5 years ago

Sumran *********

the masks dont even do anything lol

5 years ago

Werner *******

If you're an asymptomatic carrier, it can stop you from spreading the virus unknowingly. It also stops you from touching your face so much.

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