Originally Posted by
Often1
But, that is the problem. You can't protect yourself sufficiently. It helps that you are wearing a mask and attempting social distancing. But, if others are not, your risk increases and there is nothing you can do about it if you are present. This is the whole issue underlying the anti-masker debate which is OT to this thread. It's not just about advising people to take precautions to protect themselves, it is about everybody taking precautions to protect everybody.
I guess I look at things differently. I never expect another human being on this planet to help save my life or prevent me from getting sick. I just do everything under my power to personally protect myself. I wear professional ppe, respirators, goggles etc. Have been since last February.