The pandemic has shaken up many aspects of our day-to-day lives. From face masks to lockdowns to remote working, it sometimes feels like nothing will be as before. And while wearing a face mask currently still feels onerous and restrictive, many people could be ready to adopt them for good. According to a recent survey, Americans appear to have decided that mask-wearing is here to stay in public places, even when the pandemic is a distant memory.
Face masks were already commonplace in many Asian countries well before the Covid-19 pandemic, protecting people from illnesses, allergies or pollution. This cultural singularity, which seemed a world away from the norms in Western countr…
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