E23: How well do masks protect against COVID-19? [SJK Audio Edition]

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-well-do-masks-protect-against-covid-19/ or watch at https://youtu.be/qhfPS9DmuU8 Summary: Researchers tested how effective face masks are in reducing the transmission of SARS-CoV-2. Abstract: COVID-19 has changed our lives. Since the beginning of the pandemic, many countries have introduced various restrictions. Most of us had to stay at home, distance ourselves from others, and wear face masks in public spaces for some period of time. Two years in, COVID-19 is still affecting us. Many people still have to keep their physical distance and wear masks. So are these measures effective? We tested what would happen if a sick person and a healthy one got together and talked for some time. We found out that social distancing alone isn’t effective. There is a 90% chance that a healthy person 3m (10ft) away will get infected in less than 5 minutes. However, if both wear a protective mask, this risk goes down considerably – even if they are standing quite close together! About us: Science Journal for Kids is a non-profit organization that “translates” academic papers into easy-to-understand science articles for school students. Why? Because children have the right to know about the latest scientific discoveries. #science #article #teach #STEM #students #readaloud #COVID19 #pandemic #mask #maskfit #socialdistancing #virusspread This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sciencejournalforkids.substack.com