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Yesterday at Mayo FL my dad wore the antiviral mask we had on hand for his blood draw, APRN visit, and infusion. After a few hours the elastic band started hurting him so he took it off in the infusion room. The majority of patients in the facility wearing masks. Many were home made. My dad was not encouraged or discouraged from wearing the mask. Many of the care professionals were also wearing masks. More than you would typically see. Even in the parking lot, care professionals were wearing masks going to and from buildings and cars. The small cafeteria in the Mangurian building was open and serving food. There were not as many patients and family members as you would normally see. Overall I am glad that things were as normal as possible. I did not go in to all the places that I normally would have. Take care everyone!

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You have provided some very good reminders, @tallyteresa, as to why we all should heed the social distancing and "shelter-in-place." It can be a rather boring way of life, but better than the alternative of being so very ill and over-burdening the hospital systems.

I look forward to hearing from you again.