Wayne UNC Health Care Launches Wayne Wears a Mask Campaign

Goldsboro, NC, July 15, 2020—As part of Wayne UNC Health Care’s commitment to community health and wellness, it has launched the Wayne Wears a Mask campaign. This campaign is designed to spread awareness of the benefits of wearing a mask in public.

“Research shows when social distancing isn’t possible, masks or face coverings can go a long way in slowing the spread of COVID-19,” said Dr. Brian Fillipo, MD, MMM, FACP, Wayne UNC Vice President, Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer. “When you commit to wearing a mask, you protect those around you from the respiratory particles you breathe, speak, laugh, cough or sneeze into the air. When everyone wears a mask, we substantially reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 in our community.”

To participate in the Wayne Wears a Mask campaign, Wayne UNC is asking community members to share why they wear a mask. Participants should take a photo of themselves while wearing their mask, holding a sign they complete that reads “I wear a mask . . .” Then post the photo to social media using the hashtag #waynewearsamask and tagging Wayne UNC Health Care.

About Wayne UNC Health Care: At Wayne UNC Health Care, our Mission is Patients First. Quality Health Care. Close to Home. Part of the UNC Health Care’s integrated network of primary and specialty providers, clinical programs and hospitals, WUNC’s 1,700 teammates and more than 150 physicians provide comprehensive medical services ranging from cancer care to surgery to women’s health.