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Face masks do not increase your risk of carbon dioxide poisoning, scientists confirm

Some anti-mask protestors have falsely claimed they put people's health at risk by trapping CO2 (Shutterstock)

Claims that wearing a face covering contributes to carbon dioxide poisoning have been debunked by scientists.

New research shows face masks are unlikely to cause overexposure to CO2, even in patients with lung disease.

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