If I'm stuck in the same area as someone who is clearly sick (runny nose, coughing etc) is there some combo of short/long breaths or nose/mouth breathing that's a better defense against catching it? - eviltoast
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    1 month ago

    But since there’s overwhelming evidence masks work and will prevent (most likely) what you want to prevent…why even try something else? Unless you have a condition that prevents it, in which case, I’m sorry and shouldn’t assume you can wear one.

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      1 month ago

      Because I don’t always have an N95 mask on my person? Because I can’t always 100% control my environment, but I can almost always exercise some control over how I breathe?

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        1 month ago

        Well, get some covid masks in your bag at all time. Like a lot of us are doing since many years now… Don’t play with your health

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        29 days ago

        I guess that’s fair.

        I’ve just adapted to always having a mask on my person. In a pocket or bag.

        But if there is some sort of breathing technique that works (other than not breathing, but sort of doubt) go for it.

        I just wanted to state my opinion and I guess my problem solving technique (the easiest and most effective/reliable option is usually best) but everyone has their own, and I understand that.

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          28 days ago

          But if there is some sort of breathing technique that works

          The purpose of this post was to try to find an answer to this question