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The Infodemic: CDC Report Didn’t Discount Effectiveness of Masks – Malaysia Sun
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Daily Debunk
Claim: “A study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that an ‘overwhelming majority’ of individuals who contacted coronavirus had worn a mask or face covering, proving that neither are effective at preventing the spread of COVID-19.”
Verdict: Mostly false
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