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Buddhist monks wear face shields amid concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 as they collect alms in Bangkok, Thailand. Thailand has more than 1,500 confirmed COVID-19 cases and has entered a state of emergency in order to take stronger measures against the spread of the virus. (Photo by Allison Joyce/Getty Images)

Buddhist monks wear face shields amid concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 as they collect alms in Bangkok, Thailand. Thailand has more than 1,500 confirmed COVID-19 cases and has entered a state of emergency in order to take stronger measures against the spread of the virus. (Photo by Allison Joyce/Getty Images)