Masking Against Mexican Flu

                                                                                         

In these times of Mexican swine flu everyone's wearing masks. Great time to rob a bank. Nobody would know who the robbers were because everyone is masked.

But they're nearly all white masks.I've not seen many coloured masks or decorated masks, so they're hardly a fashion item - yet. Maybe someone will introduce a fashion range of masks.

The social implications of a global masking are interesting. For example before you kiss you have to lift up your mask, hardly romantic. And they are handy if you want to avoid someone especially if you wear a big mask and dark glasses. And what about when you eat in a crowded place? Maybe just slide your food in at the side of the mask.

It's a bit like everyone is wearing a new type of yashmak and we are all making eyes at each other.

The most frightening thing I've seen is bushy bearded men wearing masks. It really looks weird with all that hair protruding from them.

And what about pets. Can they catch the flu? If so, are there pet masks available? Is there an emergency plan for pets and other animals.

Question is do masks actually prevent catching the flu? Actually there is no clear proof they do. Government and health authorities say wear them but washing hands is probably more important.

It's generally agreed that respirators are far more effective. They fit like face masks and are designed to filter small particles whereas plain masks only prevent droplets.

Mind you I would be glad to be wearing a simple mask if some wheezy slob coughed or sneezed over me and splattered me with germs.

They say there is no cure for the swine flu - not yet. In the meantime I think the best thing to do is keep fit. Eat well and eat good nutrious food.

Losing weight would also be a health boost.

I've also had my annual flu shot. It doesn't stop swine flu but if you don't catch the normal flu at least you are keeping strong and better able to resist infection.

All we can do it aim for prevention and keep ourselves fit. That goes for our pets too.

And try not to kiss or shake hands. A wave will surely do for now.

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