Abstract
The proposed viewpoint seems important at this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. Indeed, the COVID-19 prevention strategies implemented in the population are based on medical paradigms that generate extremely deleterious social and environmental impacts. Using the occupational health and safety perspective – taking care of myself with recyclables PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) – in place of the medical perspective – taking care of others with disposable PPE – can help to influence and support this important public health reflection.
Highlights
The proposed viewpoint seems important at this time of the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic caught our society off guard
We should revisit the policies and strategies put in place by the public health, by strategies that will be functional in the long run
Summary
The proposed viewpoint seems important at this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. the COVID-19 prevention strategies implemented in the population are based on medical paradigms that generate extremely deleterious social and environmental impacts. A public health policy that produces mountains of waste Numerous studies reinforced how face masks have helped slow down the spread of COVID-19 [2]. (christian.voirol@he-arc.ch) studies [3, 4] have explored how wearing a surgical mask is a protective measure.
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