Coronavirus is here to ruin all hope for beards in the military

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Military Times by J.D. Simkins 2/27/2020

 Military sticklers for clean shaves and proponents of stingy no-shave chit distribution now have a surplus of ammunition to support their respective stances after guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised on acceptable forms of facial hair as a means of maximizing face mask utility.

Extensive facial hair growth can inhibit the protective functions of face respirators, the CDC advised in a 2017 infographic that resurfaced this week. Such devices have been employed throughout the world, along with surgical masks, in response to the stark increase of the number of cases of the virus officially named COVID-19.

It should be noted, however, that the CDC recommends only those who exhibit symptoms of coronavirus should wear a mask or respirator.

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