When and How to Use Face Masks? World Health Organisation Shares the Best Practices on COVID-19 Prevention

There has been conflicting information about whether or not you should wear a face mask at all times. Sure, you need to wear a mask when you step out of your home for your essential activities. But do you need to wear one at home? Is it necessary to wear a surgical mask or a cloth mask will also do? How much area of the face should the mask cover? If you are wearing a medical mask, it's essential to know when to use a mask and the proper way to put it on to prevent contamination. The World Health Organisation shared the best practices.

When to wear a mask?

• If you are healthy, wear a medical mask only if you are caring for a suspected COVID-19 patient.
• A mask is a must if you are coughing or sneezing.
• Wear a mask every time you step out of your home, but it may not necessarily be a surgical mask.슬롯 머신 사이트 추천How to Make Face Mask Using Cotton Bandana and Hair Ties at Home That Requires No Sewing! Watch Easy Step-by-Step DIY Tutorial.

How to wear a mask?

• Clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water before putting on a mask.
• Make sure that you cover mouth and nose well without leaving any gaps between your face and the mask.
• Avoid touching the mask while using it. If you do, be sure to clean your hands thoroughly.
• If your mask has become damp, replace it with a new one. also, never re-use single-use masks. BMC Makes Wearing Mask Mandatory in Mumbai Amid Coronavirus Spread, Warns Strict Action Against Violators.
• While taking off the mask, remove it from behind without touching the front.
• Discard the mask immediately in a closed bin and clean your hands with soap and water or alcoholic rub. 슬롯사이트˜How to Make a Face Mask?슬롯사이트� to 슬롯사이트˜Are N95 Masks Washable and Reusable?슬롯사이트� FAQs on Face Masks As Its Demand Rises During Coronavirus Pandemic Answered.

Remember, masks are effective only when used in combination with frequent hand-cleaning with soap and water or alcohol-based rub. So be sure that you follow all the rules to keep yourself from being infected.

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