Science Is Conclusive: Masks and Respirators Do Not Prevent Transmission of Viruses

Abstract Masks and respirators do not work. There have been extensive randomized controlled trial (RCT) studies, and meta-analysis reviews of RCT studies, which all show that masks and respirators do not work to prevent respiratory influenza-like illnesses, or respiratory illnesses believed to be transmitted by droplets and aerosol particles. Furthermore, the relevant known physics and … Continue reading Science Is Conclusive: Masks and Respirators Do Not Prevent Transmission of Viruses