“Situations that require a mask are when you are in a crowd ... or if you are caring for a sick person. If it makes you feel better, wear a surgical mask.”

—  Angela Rasmussen

Angela Rasmussen (2020) cited in " To mask or not to mask: confusion spreads over coronavirus protection https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2020/02/01/to-mask-or-not-to-mask-confusion-spreads-over-coronavirus-protection" on The Star Online, 1 February 2020.

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