Fact check: Wearing masks does not cause cancer

Fact check: Wearing masks does not cause cancer
By Reuters Staff

5 MIN READ
Social media users have been sharing content online that claims wearing a face mask causes cancer due to oxygen deficiency. This claim is false.
https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-factcheck-masks-cause-cancer-idUSKBN26Q22N



Lung Disease and Masks: Myths and Facts
https://www.webmd.com/lung/features/lung-disease-mask-myths

Cleaning Sprays May Cause Long-Term Lung Damage
https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20180220/cleaning-sprays-may-cause-lung-damage

How to clean a fabric face mask
Here's everything you need to know, including how often you should be cleaning yours
https://www.countryliving.com/uk/homes-interiors/a33375801/how-to-clean-face-mask/

Face mask using guide: how to wear, store and wash your face covering properly Important tips for wearing and washing your face covering correctly to protect both yourself and others

Read more: https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/face-masks/article/face-mask-using-guide-how-to-wear-store-and-wash-your-face-covering-properly-aQkvZ8U4ytu7 - Which?

Disposable masks can be reused 10 times says French group
Surgical style face masks remain effective after machine washing up to 10 times, UFC-Que Choisir has said, saving both money and the environment
https://www.connexionfrance.com/French-news/Disposable-masks-can-be-reused-and-washed-up-to-10-times-says-French-group-UFC-Que-Choisir