Health officials continue to worry that the close gatherings are likely to contribute to the spread of the coronavirus, and the impact won’t show for another three to four weeks — especially since access to testing has been limited in recent days.
Barbara Ferrer, director of public health for L.A. County, urged those out demonstrating to wear a snug-fitting cloth face covering and to make sure both their mouth and nose are fully covered.
“I want to thank everybody who is wearing a face covering. That offers a lot of protection,” she said addressing protesters Friday. “But obviously the best protection is both a cloth face covering, and the social distancing.”
Ferrer said those who find themselves in a crowded situation, especially around people who are not wearing cloth face coverings, have an increased risk of exposure. She urged people out at rallies to consider self-quarantining.
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