Mask Use pattern, Public Perception and Barriers to Effective Mask Usage-A battle far from over.
Background & Objective: Proper mask wearing reduces the transmissibility and risk of Covid-19 infection still compliance to mask use is low. This study was conducted to observe the mask usage pattern, perception and barriers to effective mask usage (EMU). Settings and Design: This cross-sectional st...
| Published in: | Indian Journal of Community Health Vol. 33; no. 2; pp. 347 - 355 |
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Indian Journal of Community Health
Apr-Jun2021
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