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Mask Up: Stop the spread of COVID-19

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The data is in—wearing a mask saves lives. According to the CDC, if everyone wears a mask, over the next 4-8 weeks we could drastically reduce cases of COVID-19. So even if you feel fine, #MaskUp to protect yourself and those around you.

As physicians and medical students, you can help patients understand their risks for transmission through clear and simple communication, rooted in science.

Use our campaign toolkit to share these images on social media, in your office, and anywhere in between.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

#MaskUpMonday

Post photos of you and others wearing masks while going about everyday life – use #MaskUpMonday and flood social media!

#MaskChampion

Film a short video (:30-1 min.) sharing your tips and tricks for working a face covering into your normal routine–including getting your family on board. Post your video to social media using #MaskChampion!

Here are some prompts to get you started:

  • Do you have a special mask-system at home?
  • How did you successfully explain wearing a mask to your young child?
  • Tell us about the cool mask you found! (i.e. a mask in support of your alma mater or one handsewn by someone special)
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MaskUp: Show You Care Twitter

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MaskUp: Simple Ask Wear a Mask Twitter

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MaskUp: Wearing is Caring Twitter

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MaskUp: Mask Perk Twitter

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MaskUp: CO2 Twitter

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MaskUp: Bacteria Twitter

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Maskup: Blocking the Virus Twitter

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Maskup: Evidence Twitter

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askUp: How to Properly Wear a Mask Twitter

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The science is in—wearing a mask works. Even if you feel fine, #MaskUp to protect yourself and those around you from #COVID19. ama-assn.org/maskup

According to @CDCgov, if everyone wears a mask over the next 4-8 weeks, we could drastically reduce cases of #COVID19. The time to #MaskUp is now! Tell everyone. ama-assn.org/maskup

Even if you feel fine, you could be spreading #COVID19, in addition to contracting it from others. #MaskUp to protect yourself and those around you! ama-assn.org/maskup

The @AmerMedicalAssn is asking all physicians across the U.S. to share simple, science-based information about masks. Tell your patients, family, friends: #MaskUp to protect against #COVID19! ama-assn.org/maskup

The message is clear: Everyone must #MaskUp! Here are images, printable fliers and more to encourage your patients, friends, and family to protect themselves and others from #COVID19. Share this critical info using @AmerMedicalAssn's toolkit and images: ama-assn.org/maskup

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