How is it a symbol of fear? Masks for infection control have been used since the late 1800s. It's purely practical. Maybe a little fear would be healthy for so

How is it a symbol of fear? Masks for infection control have been used since the late 1800s. It's purely practical. Maybe a little fear would be healthy for some people if it makes them act in a socially integrated manner. Anybody who's had covid probably doesn't want to get it again.