Do I still need to wear a mask when going out in low-risk areas?
Disease description:
The recent epidemic has been quite severe, but our city is currently classified as a low-risk area. Due to the extreme heat, I’m reluctant to wear a mask—may I ask whether wearing a mask outdoors is still necessary in low-risk areas?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Even in low-risk areas, individuals should wear masks when going outdoors, as there remains a possibility of contracting the novel coronavirus. Although effective prevention and control measures have been implemented, the risk of infection persists due to high foot traffic across various industries. Therefore, even in low-risk areas, it is essential to avoid gatherings, wear masks when going outside, cover your mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, and wash your hands frequently upon returning home—these measures can help block viral transmission to a certain extent.
