CYP Now - ‘Game-changer’ for deaf children as clear face masks approved for NHS use

Charities supporting deaf children have praised the approval of two types of transparent face masks for use in NHS health settings across the UK.

Clear face masks have been approved for use by NHS staff in the UK. Picture: NDCS

The Department of Health and Social Care will pilot transparent masks in 2022 throughout the country, ministers have announced.

The pilot will explore and analyse both how usable the masks are, and how effective the clear masks are at improving communication between staff and patients.

The National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) has described the move as a “game-changer” for deaf young people and children who rely on lip reading and facial expressions to communicate.

(1/4) Very pleased to share an exciting & long-awaited update on clear #facemasks. @DHSCgovuk have approved two transparent masks for use in UK wide NHS health settings. This will be a game-changer for #deaf children & young people who rely on lip reading & facial expressions. 👏 pic.twitter.com/vrJQPUMbuG

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