Name: Dr. Birx addresses debate on masks, but says continue social distancing, handwashing
Uploaded: 4/2/2020 11:19:15 PM
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Description: White House coronavirus task force coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx said Thursday any federal guidance released for masks would be an additive current to guidelines.

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