Masks

MASK STUDIES (General Population)

Masks Don’t Work A review of science relevant to COVID-19 social policy
Efficacy of surgical masks or cloth masks in the prevention of viral transmission: Systematic review, meta-analysis, and proposal for future trial
Rapid review of the effects of cloth and medical masks for preventing transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in community and household settings
Are Face Masks Effective? The Evidence. (A comprehensive review of dozens of studies on the efficacy of masks)
Science of Masks (A comprehensive review of the science of masks by America’s Frontline Doctors)
Mask Studies (A comprehensive review of many studies on the efficacy of masks)

MASK STUDIES AND INFORMATION (Children)

Below are several studies to reference on the impact of masking children. Currently, many districts in the State of Oregon are making decisions on the local level on whether to mandate mask-wearing for children. For the latest news and resources on the State’s plans and how to advocate for your children, please click here.

The impact of face masks on children-A mini-review
Masks Mask Communication – Communicating with Children in Health Care Settings
Short report on the effects of SARS-CoV-2 face protective equipment on verbal communication
Little evidence for facemask use in children against COVID-19