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It's safe to unmask in many places, says the CDC. These experts aren't quite ready

According to the new CDC metrics, about 70% of the U.S. population lives in a place where they no longer need to wear a mask to protect themselves and others. Their calculation is based on three variables: rates of new cases, new hospital admissions and hospital capacity.

But infectious disease specialists surveyed by NPR say they're not ditching their masks just yet. Many still plan to wear them because they live in a part of the country where the coronavirus is still spreading widely — at least for the time being.

When would they feel comfortable dining in, teaching and grocery shopping sans masks? They shared their personal risk calculations with NPR.

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 It's safe to unmask in many places, says the CDC. These experts aren't quite ready

Of course, decisions about masking are personal. They will differ for certain groups, including those at high risk of severe COVID-19, unable to be vaccinated or living with someone who falls into either of those two previous categories.

N95 Respirators and Surgical Masks (Face Masks)

It is important to recognize that the optimal way to prevent airborne transmission is to use a combination of interventions from across the hierarchy of controls, not just PPE alone.

We Tested 50 Face Masks to Find the Best

How does one find the best reusable, unisex, cloth face covering? Our panel of five editor-testers rated and ranked a huge variety of masks on style, breathability, fit and material.

25 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

Here are the WIRED staff’s favorite face coverings for running, walking the dog, going to work, or looking stylish. Updated December 2020: We removed and demoted older picks and added a few more masks we like. We also included more information on mask accessories.

5 Reasons to Wear a Mask Even After You’re Vaccinated

The best hope for ending the pandemic isn’t to choose between masks, physical distancing and vaccines, Offit said, but to combine them. “The three approaches work best as a team,” he said.

5 Hacks And Tips To Make Your Face Mask More Protective

"A cloth mask might be 50% effective at blocking viruses and aerosols," says Linsey Marr, a researcher at Virginia Tech who studies airborne virus transmission. "We're at the point now ... that we need better than 50%."

18 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

Face coverings are back. Read our updated tips on how to pick an effective mask—whether you’re heading back to the office or just want to stay safe and stylish.

The Difference Between a Surgical Mask and a Respirator Mask

They may look similar, but they serve different purposes.

#Masks4All

The scientific evidence and global consensus is clear: homemade masks can slow the spread of COVID-19 because "my mask protects you and your mask protects me." Take action now to save lives and restore the global economy!

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