Typical Misconceptions Pertaining to Facepiece Masks against Viral Aerosols.

This article discusses the misconceptions surrounding the use of facepiece masks for protection against viral aerosols. It explains that facepiece masks can effectively capture viral aerosols through mechanisms such as impaction, interception, diffusion, and electrophoresis. The article also highlights the benefits of wearing facepiece masks, including reducing exposure to external aerosol particles and decreasing the risk of respiratory exposure to airborne pathogens. However, it acknowledges some disadvantages of using facepiece masks, such as potential exposure to volatile chemical materials, obstruction of respiratory activities, and difficulties in communication and recognizing facial expressions. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for a balanced evaluation of the benefits and drawbacks of mandatory facepiece mask-wearing during pandemics. [Extracted from the article]