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01-07-2020 | COVID-19 | Scientific Letter

Use of Face Masks in COVID-19

Authors: Harnoor Kaur Sra, Amit Sandhu, Meenu Singh

Published in: Indian Journal of Pediatrics | Issue 7/2020

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To the Editor: COVID-19 is triggered by novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV 2) whose infection was reported in China with unexplained cases of pneumonia. This virus transmits through respiratory droplets and fomites. Prevention with rational use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and execution of social distancing measures are imperative to control this pandemic at a community level. …

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Title: Use of Face Masks in COVID-19
Authors: Harnoor Kaur Sra
Amit Sandhu
Meenu Singh
Publication date: 01-07-2020
Publisher: Springer India
Keyword: COVID-19
Published in: Indian Journal of Pediatrics / Issue 7/2020
Print ISSN: 0019-5456
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7693
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12098-020-03316-w

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