EFFICACY OF FACE SHIELDS AGAINST THE TRANSMISSION OF THE VIRAL

AGENT CAUSING COVID-19: A Systematic Review

Since the emergence of COVID-19, government policies around the world implement
varying safety precautions to prevent local contraction of respiratory disease. In this article,
the efficacy of face shields against transmission of COVID-19 will be discussed, assessed,
and reviewed to gain a deeper understanding of the role of this equipment in health
preservation.

The researchers expect to gather findings wherein face shields do indeed help in
decreasing the ability of the virus to infect via indirect contact with eyes, nose, and mouth.
Through systematic research and inquiry, more than enough works of literature is to claim
that practicing this intervention serves as a reminder to define self as a vulnerable being from
the viral agent, as well as to signify the responsibility of conducting actions to protect others.
In addition to this, respiratory droplets from sneezing and coughing are filtered by the face
shields, and therefore depresses the risk of infection among individuals.

However, accompanying the aforementioned results are the human behaviors on face
shield use. The researchers anticipate people perceiving face shields as unnecessary in
preventing COVID-19 infection because of its open composition and increased ability to
allow viral stay on surfaces like those in face shields.

With the contradicting expected outcomes, the researchers will be able to recommend
the need for awareness campaigns and further researches that can strengthen the proven
efficacy of face shields in terms of viral transmission. The health care community,
government agencies, and the public will work together to be able to make ends meet with
regards to maximizing face shield use towards optimal health outcomes.