The New Brunswick Medical Society applauds a move by the government and Public Health to make masks mandatory in public spaces.
President Dr. Jeff Steeves said as COVID-19 case numbers rise across Canada, they believe a mandatory mask order is an appropriate step to help keep the curve flat in New Brunswick.
Steeves adds despite low case numbers in the province so far, a recent outbreak of cases show us the pandemic is not over.
Until a vaccine or other treatment becomes available, Steeves said good hygiene combined with public health measures like hand-washing, masks can help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
“We encourage New Brunswickers to continue to follow the guidance of Public Health. We are truly fortunate that the COVID-19 pandemic has not harmed New Brunswick to the degree it has in many other jurisdictions This is a direct result of good leadership by Public Health and government and the co-operation of citizens. By working together, we can continue to keep the curve flat,” Dr. Steeves said.
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— NBMS/SMNB (@nb_docs) October 9, 2020
