COVID-19.“Requiring people to wear masks adds another layer of protection… and is consistent with evolving evidence and advice from public health experts,” said NSHA president and CEO Dr.
Brendan Carr, in a news release. N.S. makes masks mandatory on public transit, eases visitor restrictions in long-term care homes People wearing masks must also maintain a physical distance of 6 ft.
from others when possible, says the release.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Handwashing and practicing respiratory etiquette is also being advised.“We must also stress that masks are not a replacement for physical distancing,” said Dr.