Why You'll See More Face Masks on Flights This Spring-and If You Should Be Wearing 1 Too, According to Doctors

"Most healthy individuals don't need to mask up during travel, although there are still risks. I don't routinely recommend people wear masks on airplanes..."

"You're more likely to be exposed to respiratory infections once you reach your destination-at a restaurant, museum, or large gathering."

The Travel + Leisure team has observed an increase in mask-wearing among travelers amidst rising respiratory infections. Medical experts advise that healthy individuals typically do not need masks on flights, but masking can reduce anxiety about illness transmission, especially if someone is visibly sick nearby. They highlight that most infections occur after reaching a destination rather than during flights. For immunocompromised individuals, wearing a mask remains beneficial as part of their preventative measures.

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