The HSE says there's been no change to the advice for the public in relation to face masks.
According to the Examiner, the government has ruled out directing people to wear face masks in an effort to slow the spread of Covid-19.
However Dr Nick Flynn, who's a GP in Cork city, believes there should be face masks for all.
"The evidence internationally is gaining momentum.
"China, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong - masks are an essential part of their risk reduction strategies.
"It's important to state that we're taking about home made cotton masks - we're not talking about medical grade masks."
