London’s parks are yellow and dusty — doctors say you need this ‘irksome’ item to stay safe

Doctors have suggested one ‘irksome’ accessory which could keep you safer, though: a face mask. That’s right, instead of shielding ourselves from illnesses like Covid, we may once again need masks to prevent ourselves from inhaling too much dust. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. If you’re in dusty open spaces like parks in this heatwave, Dr Crystal Wyllie tells Metro that you’ll likely feel the effects. PreventionNow, there’s not much to be done about this current heatwave, but you can keep yourself safe by taking precautions.