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By Dr. Brian McDonough, Medical Editor
PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — There are many things we are learning about COVID-19. Some things are supported by studies, but some that I would call emerging science.
Since we are learning about this virus as we experience it, it's important to go over key lessons learned as soon as we figure it out.
Obviously, we can clearly show the benefits of wearing a mask and maintaining 6 feet social distancing.
As bad as the numbers might be, they would be far worse without these critical steps, and we can see improvement if more people recognize how important this is.
We are also recognizing that the virus does not infect us as aggressively in the outdoors.
In this topic, we wait for studies, but if you can get outside and maintain social distancing, take advantage of it with your mask on hand for those times you are closer to others.
