Many people are opting to wear a face shield for coronavirus protection rather than a face mask, but shields may not provide the same level of protection when worn alone.
The 2020-21 school year will likely bring new challenges, with many children who are used to attending school in person now being taught virtually from home.
The recommendation for us all to wear face coverings in public places comes after further research has proved they are critical in helping our communities fight COVID-19.
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