Whitley Bay mask-exempt woman urges more understanding

A woman who is exempt from wearing a mask said the abuse she has received while shopping without one has left her afraid to leave the house.

However, after negative comments from another shopper sparked a panic attack two weeks ago, she can no longer shop.

She said people should be more understanding of those with exemptions.

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This virus from China has affected everyone in the world and most people are having to make some sort of sacrifice and some unfortunately pay the ultimate price and die from Covid19.

Whilst I wouldn't condone any form of abuse, this woman must realise that others who are following the government guidelines to protect themselves and others may also experience anxiety when faced with someone who appears not to be following the guidelines.  Face masks work most effectively when everyone is using them and there are those who flout the rules and do whatever they want, particularly if they're from a younger generation.

This person should also ask themselves whether or not it was completely necessary to take her daughter to the supermarket and both not wear masks.  Could that have been avoided?

It takes courage to confront people who appear to be breaking the rules and whilst the person who spoke to this woman may have gone about it the wrong way, they should be commended for standing up for the majority of people by speaking out.