By Alesha Capone
Emma Slattery and her dog Lexi look marvellous in their face masks. They’re heeding the advice of Premier Daniel Andrews who on Sunday said it was compulsory for those (humans) living in metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire to wear face masks outside of the home. Mr Andrews made the recommendation on advice from the state’s chief health officer, following new evidence that wearing masks can help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 by about 60 per cent. “Staying at home if you feel unwell is still the best way to slow the spread of coronavirus but wearing a cloth mask provides an additional physical barrier, adding one more layer of protection for you and those around you,” Mr Andrews said.
