Which strategy for using medical and community masks? A prospective analysis of their environmental impact.
Alexandre BouchetJulien BoucherKevin SchutzbachNicolas SennBlaise GentonDavid VernezPublished in: BMJ open (2021)
The use of medical masks with a wait and reuse strategy seems to be the most appropriate when considering both environmental impact and effectiveness. Our results also highlight the need to develop procedures and the legal/operational framework to extend the use of protective equipment during a pandemic.