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# face masks

This year
2023
# Poll
Poll: Do you wear a face covering in crowded settings?
The Taoiseach has played down calls for a mask mandate.
26.9k
80
Jan 11th 2023, 10:24 AM
# winter surge
Immunologist says stronger advice on mask-wearing needed amid surge in respiratory viruses
Professor Christine Loscher told The Journal that the Government “missed a trick” in not issuing stronger advice sooner.
33.8k
63
Jan 7th 2023, 12:05 AM
Last year
2022
# Your Say
Poll: Do you wear a face mask in crowded places?
For some people, particularly those who are immunocompromised, the pandemic is still a significant worry.
44.9k
24
Aug 7th 2022, 9:57 AM
# face masks
Face masks no longer mandatory on EU flights from next week
The new recommendations are set to come into effect from 16 May.
28.8k
31
May 11th 2022, 10:38 AM
# Your Say
Poll: Do you still wear a face mask in certain situations?
They’re no longer mandatory, but they can still offer protection against catching or spreading Covid-19.
80.8k
71
Apr 2nd 2022, 11:14 AM
# NPHET's LETTER
CMO says PCR testing 'no longer needed' for most under 55s and suggests concluding NPHET
Dr Tony Holohan recommended change to the priority for PCR testing.
Dr Tony Holohan has said that asymptomatic close contacts will no longer need to restrict their movements.
CMO also says it is 'timely' to conclude the work of the National Public Health Emergency Team given this stage of the pandemic.
Taoiseach earlier confirmed that mask-wearing would become optional in most settings.
98.3k
93
Updated
Feb 18th 2022, 5:30 PM
# nphet
NPHET recommend end to mandatory mask-wearing in education, public transport and school settings
Public health officials advised the government of the move following a meeting today.
86.6k
104
Updated
Feb 17th 2022, 4:20 PM
# nphet
Mask wearing looks set to become optional in the coming weeks
It is understood that members of NPHET are positive about the current Covid-19 situation.
The mask requirement on public transport, shops and in schools is expected to be lifted soon
The move will be one of the biggest changes in the pandemic, writes Christina Finn
Members of NPHET met with Health Minister Stephen Donnelly on Monday night
107k
132
Feb 15th 2022, 6:21 PM
All time
# Schools
Unmasked students should not be excluded from school, department advises
The CEO of the Irish Primary Principals’ Network said there have been “high levels of compliance” among children wearing masks.
27.7k
60
Updated
Dec 6th 2021, 12:27 PM
# Explainer
What are face mask requirements for primary school children in other European countries?
Nine to 12 year-olds are now required to wear face masks in Ireland.
32.4k
57
Dec 5th 2021, 7:30 AM
# Covid-19
'My son's been thrown under the bus': Warning that mask rules leave Deaf children 'isolated' in school
Since Wednesday, children aged 9-12 have been required to wear masks in school.
32.4k
57
Dec 4th 2021, 10:30 AM
# Schools
Children aged nine and over to be asked to wear masks indoors in public on temporary basis
Cabinet minister met today to consider advice from NPHET on the current Covid-19 situation.
70.4k
193
Nov 30th 2021, 5:27 PM
# Coronavirus
Irish university warns students that lecturers may call security if masks aren't worn in class
It’s just one of a number of approaches taken by universities as doors have reopened.
University College Cork has said lecturers will ask campus security to remove those who refuse requests to wear a mask, Stephen McDermott writes.
College says classes may also be cancelled and will not be repeated if security are unable to attend.
36.4k
63
Sep 24th 2021, 12:05 AM
# debunked
FactCheck: No, masks were not shown to increase children's carbon dioxide intake
The paper claimed that masks increase children’s carbon dioxide intake, but multiple problems have been identified with its research.
13.8k
0
Aug 22nd 2021, 7:00 AM
# debunked
FactCheck: No, these claims in an anti-mask leaflet delivered to homes aren't true
A leaflet by Anti-Corruption Ireland contains a list of false statements about masks and their effectiveness.
20.8k
0
Jun 19th 2021, 6:30 AM
# Your Say
Poll: Do you wear a face covering in busy outdoor places?
The government recommends wearing one in crowded outdoor settings.
82.3k
102
Apr 18th 2021, 9:50 AM
# Israel
Israelis no longer have to wear masks outdoors as Covid-19 cases plummet
Masks will still be required indoors, however.
39.7k
35
Apr 18th 2021, 7:00 AM
# Your Say
Poll: Should joggers and cyclists have to wear face masks?
The WHO doesn’t think they should, but others disagree.
92.7k
228
Jan 27th 2021, 8:54 AM
# jeni pim
'The virus kills people we love': Woman whose husband died from Covid-19 urges people to wear masks
To people who are “fed up” of the pandemic, Jeni Pim said: “I’m fed up with it as well, it has killed my soulmate.”
64.5k
115
Jan 23rd 2021, 9:09 AM
# Arrest
Woman, 20s, charged over assault after dispute on mask wearing
The woman assaulted a staff member at a premises where she had not worn a face covering.
103k
0
Jan 17th 2021, 1:14 PM
# debunk
FactCheck: Yes, masks, including cloth masks, can help prevent Covid-19 transmission
Studies have shown that masks can help prevent the spread of the virus.
26.2k
0
Jan 15th 2021, 6:09 PM
# spsv
'We're asking people to do the right thing': Face coverings now mandatory for drivers and passengers in taxis
Drivers of taxis are entitled to refuse carriage to somebody not wearing a face covering under new regulations.
14.4k
23
Dec 7th 2020, 12:27 PM
# zero pubs of Christmas
Taoiseach says 'strong evidence' that reopening wet pubs would mean 'far higher numbers far faster'
Restaurants will be allowed reopen from next Friday.
52.8k
163
Updated
Nov 27th 2020, 8:59 PM
# wear that mask
Face masks are now recommended 'on busy streets' and public asked to use 'common sense'
The government updated its guidance on mask-wearing this evening.
37.1k
158
Updated
Nov 27th 2020, 7:36 PM
# debunked
Debunked: No, face masks 'sprayed with Teflon' are not causing flu-like symptoms
This claim has been shared widely on Facebook recently.
17.4k
15
Nov 11th 2020, 6:10 AM
# Covid-19
'It's just not as good': HSE urges public to wear face masks instead of face visors where possible
The health service issued a warning about face visors today.
21.6k
44
Nov 10th 2020, 6:12 PM
# Compliance
Eight people have files sent to DPP over failure to wear a face mask
The DPP will decide if criminal charges should be brought.
40.6k
63
Oct 30th 2020, 6:56 PM
# Schools
Less than half of schools providing medical grade face masks to SNAs, survey finds
That’s according to a survey conducted by trade union Fórsa.
16.0k
21
Sep 9th 2020, 3:53 PM
# protection
Concern about number of people wearing face masks under their chins or with noses exposed
Acting CMO Dr Ronan Glynn this evening warned improper use of face coverings could increase risk.
49.0k
60
Aug 31st 2020, 8:14 PM
# face masks
Police break up gathering of thousands protesting pandemic restrictions in Germany
Germany recorded more than 1,500 new cases in the past 24 hours.
36.3k
93
Aug 29th 2020, 4:51 PM
# Covid-19
Students who refuse to wear face masks will be sent home from secondary schools, Norma Foley says
The Education Minister has said all pupils must wear face masks, unless there is a medical reason not to.
56.6k
134
Aug 26th 2020, 9:57 AM
# Carbon Dioxide
Debunked: No, wearing a face mask does not 'disrupt pH levels' and increase cancer risk
A widely shared Facebook post incorrectly claims that wearing a mask causes people to breathe in their own carbon dioxide.
38.4k
136
Aug 23rd 2020, 12:05 AM
# Your Say
Poll: Are you concerned about using public transport?
It is mandatory to wear face coverings on public transport.
51.4k
178
Aug 13th 2020, 9:25 AM
# Coronavirus
Explainer: Everything to know about new face covering regulations
You have to wear a face covering in most shops from today.
44.1k
103
Aug 10th 2020, 12:27 PM
# face coverings
Donnelly expects 'very little need' to police wearing of face coverings
Face masks will become mandatory in all shops and retail centres from Monday.
26.6k
142
Aug 5th 2020, 12:28 PM
# Ontario
Canada: Man shot by police at his home after incident sparked by refusal to wear face mask in shop
The man allegedly assaulted a grocery store employee before being shot on Wednesday.
53.3k
43
Jul 17th 2020, 10:43 AM
# face coverings
Mandatory masks on public transport 'challenging for people who are Deaf and hard of hearing'
Advocacy group Chime suggested that transparent face-shields should be allowed to be used instead.
13.8k
12
Jul 14th 2020, 6:10 AM
# Public Transport
Face masks on public transport to become compulsory from next week
Taoiseach Micheál Martin announced the new measure this afternoon.
35.4k
135
Jul 10th 2020, 5:28 PM
# Covid-19
Half of Dublin Bus passengers are wearing face masks but compliance on transport varies widely
Compliance across various services ranges from 40% to 98%, the National Transport Authority has said.
24.9k
76
Jul 2nd 2020, 8:50 AM
# Phase Three
Mandatory use of face coverings on public transport 'likely' to be enforced through fines
Enforcement will not begin for a number of weeks, the CEO of the National Transport Authority said.
40.3k
153
Updated
Jun 29th 2020, 10:45 AM
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