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Face masks: But are they really necessary?

Health expert explains how to stay safe during resurging outbreak

As a resurgence of coronavirus cases threatens a return to the lockdowns required during the initial spring novel coronavirus outbreak, Valley residents remain divided on the need for wearing masks and social distancing in public places.

One local medical expert offers advice to area seniors, who may need to interact in enclosed spaces, such as convenience stores, which don’t provide enough distance during busy times when many patrons choose to eschew face coverings.

Daily Independent — tipped off by recent chatter in local social media communities — set out recently to observe shoppers’ behavior at some area establishments.

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