Masks

[Lurker]

@Lurker it was political before I made it political.

Noted before you commented:

This has nothing to do with masks and everything to do with hypocritical politicians thinking that they are special.

[Kobe Bryant]

This has nothing to do with masks and everything to do with hypocritical politicians thinking that they are special.

Correct.

[S209]

https://covid19ch.blogspot.com/2020/09/covid-19-update-40.html

@Yard sale

Wearing a mask. Much has been said pro and against, however this is not a political/social issue but a medical one. It is clear that if all parties wear masks at all times in public there will be reduced spread of the virus. It is also true that for many, mask wearing is bothersome and seems pointless. Presented with rational guidelines perhaps smart mask wearing will take place.
All those that are vulnerable should wear a mask when in any public forum (except when walking down a quiet sidewalk, where the possible obstruction to vision may outweigh the minimal benefits). In addition to whatever degree the mask is protective, it also serves as a sign to others that you are vulnerable.
Everyone, including those who have had the illness, when in close social contact with strangers (not immediate family) should wear a mask. This is most helpful in the event that one is unbeknownst to themselves possibly infectious.
In any crowded indoor setting where close social contact is unavoidable, one should wear a mask. At simchas and large gatherings of people, even outdoors, masks should be worn.
One who is in quarantine but who needs to go out for essential purposes must be strict with themselves to wear a mask at all times in public, and not engage socially with others.

[HappyJulie]

You can't do justice to anyone in any way. If I say, I am supporting masks, then you will be criticized, just as when I say, I am against masks.
It's a pity that there always have to be fights about it, although everybody just wants to be healthy, isn't it?

[S209]

You can't do justice to anyone in any way. If I say, I am supporting masks, then you will be criticized, just as when I say, I am against masks.
It's a pity that there always have to be fights about it, although everybody just wants to be healthy, isn't it?

If all agree that masks are helpful, but inconvenient, and the side that is pro masks chooses to inconvenience themselves as a sacrifice and gets upset at others for not doing so and the side that is anti masks chooses not to inconvenience themselves as a sacrifice and gets upset at others for doing so, then the 2 sides seem a bit lopsided

[aygart]

You can't do justice to anyone in any way. If I say, I am supporting masks, then you will be criticized, just as when I say, I am against masks.
It's a pity that there always have to be fights about it, although everybody just wants to be healthy, isn't it?

Some just want to be healthy and some just don't want to be uncomfortable.

[Kobe Bryant]

If all agree that masks are helpful, but inconvenient, and the side that is pro masks chooses to inconvenience themselves as a sacrifice and gets upset at others for not doing so and the side that is anti masks chooses not to inconvenience themselves as a sacrifice and gets upset at others for doing so, then the 2 sides seem a bit lopsided

I'm not aware of anyone who is upset at others who choose to wear masks.

[Euclid]

I'm not aware of anyone who is upset at others who choose to wear masks.

Heard/seen many "you're causing panic/anxiety when wearing a mask in public" comments (on DDF and other places, including IRL.)

[Kobe Bryant]

Heard/seen many "you're causing panic/anxiety when wearing a mask in public" comments (on DDF and other places, including IRL.)

That is asinine.

[Kobe Bryant]

Heard/seen many "you're causing panic/anxiety when wearing a mask in public" comments (on DDF and other places, including IRL.)

Can you point to a post?

[yitzgar]

Can you point to a post?

IIRC it was posted with regard to mask mandates, rather than individuals wearing them

[Euclid]

Can you point to a post?

Here's a DDF one that I found quickly. There are plenty more.

https://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=118184.msg2295828#msg2295828

Also check out TLS and Hefkervelt comments.

[Lurker]

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/denying-the-grave/202009/the-psychology-wearing-mask?amp

[S209]

I'm not aware of anyone who is upset at others who choose to wear masks.

You need to get out more

[gozalim]

You need to get out more

IME those who feel tiny bit guilty themselves about it
(e.g. it's always the guy without antibodies)

[good sam]

You need to get out more

IME those who feel tiny bit guilty themselves about it
(e.g. it's always the guy without antibodies)

There are those that say it is daas torah to not wear a mask. Don't shoot the messenger.

[gozalim]

There are those that say it is daas torah to not wear a mask. Don't shoot the messenger.

I haven't experienced those.
(in my circles talk radio is qouted as own opinion, or fact, not blamed on torah)

[S209]

There are those that say it is daas torah to not wear a mask. Don't shoot the messenger.

Curious. What would be the problem with wearing a mask? Chukas hagoyim?

[good sam]

Curious. What would be the problem with wearing a mask? Chukas hagoyim?

I would gladly explain it if I understood it. I can put you in touch with the rov of my shul if you'd like.

[S209]

I would gladly explain it if I understood it. I can put you in touch with the rov of my shul if you'd like.

Dexter Park?