“Most importantly, it sets a terrible precedent of politics overriding public health,” Chin-Hong said. “But I think the real problematic view, from my side, is the undercutting of the public health authority of the CDC,” Kim-Farley said. Recommendations are still in placeThe CDC still recommends wearing masks on public transit, and the L.A. County Department of Public Health still strongly recommends universal masking in indoor public settings. Advice for long flightsMany health experts say wearing masks on flights is still prudent. Advice for parents of young childrenChildren younger than 5 aren’t eligible for vaccines, and those under 2 can’t wear masks.

Source: Los Angeles Times April 20, 2022 20:52 UTC