https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/07/scourge-hygiene-theater/614599/
Now that we know that the primary way COVID is spread is via respiratory droplets, and that very little spread is via fomites (germs on things), we can adjust our priorities accordingly.
SEE-THROUGH MASKS COMING SOON
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/07/28/893071631/demand-surges-for-see-through-face-masks-as-pandemic-swells
This is very important for the hearing impaired and for children who may not be as good at hearing spoken communications as they are at reading the lips and face of the person speaking.
CHINESE VACCINE RESEARCH STRUGGLES TO FIND PARTICIPANTS
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-020-02244-1
Because they have largely controlled the virus, people aren't as eager to participate in vaccine trials. I do not know if the people of China know about their previous vaccine scandals.
FRESH AIR AS COVID PREVENTION: LET'S TALK VENTILATION
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2020/07/why-arent-we-talking-more-about-airborne-transmission/614737/
When treating patients for the flu of 1918, one of the main practices of naturopathic doctors was to house the patients in individual tents, and to bring them outdoors whenever possible. The belief was that fresh air was good for their recovery. Now we know that fresh air is also one of the best ways to limit transmission. Homeowners and businesses should consider the value of fresh air flow and do the work to enhance it before winter!!