concept   face masks
culture   Western countries
statement   In Western countries, face masks are primarily used in medical settings and specific conditions, but have become more common during health crises.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 face mask Western Not as commonly worn in public, unless for specific reasons like pollution or illness 1
2 face mask Western countries Less commonly worn, often associated with medical settings or certain outdoor activities 1
3 face masks Western countries Wearing face masks in public is less common and may be associated with specific occupational or medical settings. 1
4 face masks Western countries More commonly associated with medical settings or certain outdoor activities, such as skiing or biking 1
5 face masks Western countries Mostly worn by healthcare professionals and only by the sick in public settings 1
6 face masks Western countries Traditionally associated with healthcare workers and seen as unusual when worn in public by the general population 1
7 face masks Western countries Historically less common in public, but becoming more prevalent especially in the context of health concerns 1
8 face masks Western countries Trend in certain industrial settings for protection against pollutants, but less common in other situations 1
9 face masks Western countries Mainly used in medical settings and become more common during pandemics for personal protection 1
10 face masks Western countries Face masks are more often used for special occasions or specific skin issues 1
11 face masks Western countries Wearing face masks in public is less common, and may be associated with medical settings or air pollution protection. 1
12 face masks Western cultures More commonly associated with medical settings and considered essential during illness or in polluted environments 1
13 face masks Western cultures Less commonly worn in public, mainly in medical or specific occupational settings, and less emphasis on social courtesy related to illness. 1
14 face masks Western cultures Became more common during health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, but not as prevalent in everyday life 1
15 facial masks Western countries Facial masks are commonly associated with beauty treatments and skincare routines rather than illness prevention. 1
16 mask traditions Western countries Masks are commonly used for protection against pollution or illness 1
17 surgical masks Western countries Widely used during flu season or in high-density urban areas to reduce the spread of germs 1
18 wearing masks Western countries Wearing masks in public was not commonly practiced before the COVID-19 pandemic, and some people may view it as an unusual or uncomfortable behavior. 1