Short report on the effects of SARS-CoV-2 face protective equipment on verbal communication

ConclusionThe use of face personal protective equipment causes significant verbal communication issues. Healthcare workers, school-aged children, and people affected by voice and hearing disorders may represent specific at-risk groups for impaired speech intelligibility.
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research