Health experts advise return to mask use

Amid the recent upsurge of respiratory viral infections, health experts are recommending the use of face masks in crowded areas, hand antiseptics, tests in case of respiratory symptoms, and above all the need for vaccination against Covid-19 and influenza of people at high risk of serious disease. A little stronger is the recommendation made by the experts for the use of masks in healthcare units, to protect patients and staff.

The recommendations were issued after a regular meeting of the Health Ministry's Committee of Experts which examined the latest epidemiological data on Covid-19.

According to this data, there continues to be an increase in the number of cases - including in young age groups - and in simple hospitalizations, but without any particular pressure on the health system.

More specifically, the data released by the representatives of public...