The Harms From Wearing Masks Are Real

There is ample evidence of short-term physical harm from masking, which evidence suggests will lead to long-term consequences. Experts admit to supporting masking with little evidence of efficacy.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Researchers found a robust relationship between mask wearing, low levels of blood oxygen, and increased levels of carbon dioxide (CO2), heart rate, humidity and systolic blood pressure

• Clinical symptoms included headache, fatigue, shortness of breath and dizziness. High levels of CO2 reduce blood pH and may be associated with protein mis…