It was recommended that face masks be worn in crowded places, such as shops or other places where social distancing might be a challenge.
Lecturer with the Department of Nursing and Midwifery at UL with teaching and research interests in infection prevention and control, Dr Liz Kingston joined Fran on Tipp Today earlier to talk about the increase in demand for face masks.
She also spoke about how life and learning in UL will change for the next academic year.
Listen back here;
