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Community practices of face mask use and associated knowledge and attitude in a Malaysian town during the COVID-19 pandemic
Summary
This survey studied face mask use practices and related knowledge and attitudes in a Malaysian town during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study offers insights into pandemic-related behavior with implications for managing the surge in mask-related plastic waste.
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