WISCONSIN — According to a new study, only 41 percent of Wisconsinites wear a mask to the grocery store.
Students and researchers with the Department of Medicine at UW-Madison conducted a study looking at the use of face masks within our state.
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Those who conducted the study looked at 3,271 members of the public between May 16 and June 1. These 3,271 people were across 20 different Wisconsin counties.
Through this research, the Department of Medicine found that only 41.2 percent of them wore a face mask. The individuals who appeared to be adults or older adults were more likely to be wearing a mask.
According to the study,"there was a higher prevalence of face-covering use by older adults (59.5%) compared to minors (26.2%), young adults (34.8%), and adults (39.9%)."
Additionally, the study found that women and people who shopped at more expensive grocery stores were more likely to be wearing a mask.
While doing their research, the Department of Medicine looked at people in 26 different grocery stores, none of which required a face mask upon entry.
To read the full study and its findings,click here.