'Just plain ridiculous' - Irish doctor condemns spread of false information online regarding wearing of facemasks

Incorrect information circulation online says that facemasks negatively affect immune systems, and decreases oxygen intake. Photo: File photo/Pexels

An Irish doctor is calling on 'anti-mask activists' to stop spreading false information in relation to the wearing of protective facemasks.

Dr Mick Molloy, who is a Former President of the Irish Medical Organisation, says that he was approached yesterday in Waterford while wearing he was wearing a mask.