Publications by authors named "Frederique Letourneux"
Front Public Health
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study examines how the general population in France perceives and practices mask-wearing during the COVID-19 pandemic, noting that masks carry social meaning beyond their protective function.
- Conducted through semi-structured interviews across various locations, the research explores how individuals' decisions to wear masks are influenced by social relationships, comfort levels, and daily life integration.
- Findings suggest that participants view masks as hinderances to communication and interaction, indicating a need for enhanced education on their medical significance to improve adherence to mask-wearing guidelines.
