Coronavirus FAQ: Is the 6-foot rule debunked? Or does distance still protect you?
Briefly

Dr. Anthony Fauci stated that the 6-foot rule sort of just appeared and wasn't based on data, leading to skepticism about the effectiveness of social distancing measures during the pandemic.
The CDC recommended 6-foot distancing early in the pandemic without strong scientific support, causing debates on the efficacy of such measures to prevent the spread of pathogens like COVID-19.
The effectiveness of social distancing in preventing the spread of COVID-19, especially with the emergence of new variants, remains a topic of discussion due to the origins of the 6-foot recommendation being not entirely data-driven.
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