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The Secretary of State responsible for disabled people wants transparent masks to be easier to access. They are essential for many, whether they are disabled or not.
Transparent protective masks facilitate communication while protecting against Covid-19. Two French companies have just obtained approval to be able to produce models, which make it possible to read the lips and see the expression of the lower face. They are crucial for the hearing impaired and hearing impaired, but not that: "It is also important for many audiences. People with a mental handicap, who need to understand at the same time as verbal expression, facial communication, but also the elderly. And for the child too. , it is important", explains Sophie Cluzel on Franceinfo.
For all of these people, and those who work with her, having a transparent mask is therefore important. This is why the Secretary of State in charge of disability wants the "generalize". Sophie Cluzel explains that this "communication tool" must be able to be an effective protection at the same time. While two brands are approved, others are in the process of having the right to produce these masks. She explains to AFP that she wants "widen the distribution" of this device, which will lower the price, today around 10 euros. "The impact of possible orders, the generalization and promotion of these masks, will mean that we will be able to reduce" their cost, she says on Franceinfo.
"We must be able to increase production, promote it to interest the greatest number, develop orders that will lower production prices", indicates the Secretary of State. With the government, Sophie Cluzel is preparing orders so that as many public officials as possible are equipped with transparent masks.
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