CPAC 2020
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Stores everywhere selling out of masks amid coronavirus concerns
www.kiro7.com/news/local/stores-everywhere-selling-out-masks-amid-coronavirus-concerns/7CWBUW55AREDVP44XGGDIFLROA/
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People are bracing for a coronavirus outbreak in the United States and demand for things like face masks and rubber gloves are surging – leading to empty shelves and shortages.
After the CDC warned people earlier this week that the spread of the virus in the U.S. is only a matter of time, stores saw another surge in people trying to brace for a worsening situation
“Everyone was asking for face masks, so I’m not surprised at all. It’s a pretty big deal, that’s what I’m hearing and now I’m getting scared, cause it’s coming!"
People on social media say masks are also sold out at stores like Target, Bartells, and other pharmacies.
Others are turning to Amazon, only to find masks sold out there too, or listed at astronomical prices.
KIRO7 checked Amazon Thursday and found five masks priced at $200, and it doesn’t even include shipping. Another listing was selling four boxes for well over a thousand dollars.
The CDC and doctors currently do not recommend wearing face masks for the general public to protect from COVID-19.
“A mask is not good if you’re not washing your hands. A mask is not good if it’s not fitted correctly. It needs to be tested. So I would say that for the general population, masks is not where we should focus our prevention efforts. It’s really going back to hand hygiene,” said Dr. Santiago Neme, Medical Director of UWMC Northwest, who is an Infectious Disease Specialist.
The DOH says instead, think about what you would need to do if there is an outbreak. If school is canceled, what will you do for childcare? Will you be able to telecommute? And as always, if you’re sick, stay home.