Respirators help reduce the spread of airborne infections
See how masks reduce respiratory particles released into shared air, helping limit airborne transmission and protect both the wearer and people nearby.
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On 9 June 2026, Supporting Healthcare Heroes UK and 19 partner organisations wrote to the Minister for Public Health and Prevention, calling for stronger action to prevent COVID-19 infections and reduce the burden of Long Covid. (Our letter can be seen by clicking here.)
The letter below is the Department of Health and Social Care’s response. It outlines the Government’s current position on airborne transmission, infection prevention and control, indoor air quality, respiratory protective equipment and occupational protections for healthcare workers.
We’d like to know what you think about the response from the DHSC – feel free to comment on this post or email us at info@shh-uk.org.
