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Redefining Wearables: From Beats to Future Masks

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shifted our perspective on personal protective equipment, particularly masks. The CDC recommends wearing masks in public to prevent the spread of the virus, but many people find them uncomfortable and unappealing—something that is both a practical concern and a cultural hurdle. Masks often hide facial expressions, making social interactions less expressive, and they have also become politicized symbols, further complicating their acceptance.