HOW TO WEAR A MASK

Written By Kristina Koltai

It may sound silly, but are you wearing your mask correctly? It is proven that wearing a mask helps to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Wearing a mask not only protects you but others you come in contact. Here we share the CDC’s guidelines on how to wear a mask effectively.

WEAR YOUR MASK CORRECTLY

  • Wash your hands before putting on your mask

  • Put it over your nose and mouth and secure it under your chin

  • Try to fit it snugly against the sides of your face

  • Make sure you can breathe easily

WEAR A MASK TO PROTECT OTHERS

  • Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth to help protect others in case you’re infected with COVID-19 but don’t have symptoms

  • Wear a mask in public settings when around people who don’t live in your household, especially when it may be difficult for you to stay six feet apart

  • Wear a mask correctly for maximum protection

  • Don’t put the mask around your neck or up on your forehead

  • Don’t touch the mask, and, if you do, wash your hands or use hand sanitizer to disinfect

TAKE OFF YOUR MASK CAREFULLY, WHEN YOU’RE HOME

  • Untie the strings behind your head or stretch the ear loops

  • Handle only by the ear loops or ties

  • Fold outside corners together

  • Place mask in the washing machine (learn more about how to wash masks)

  • Be careful not to touch your eyes, nose, and mouth when removing and wash hands immediately after removing.

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/

Kristina Koltai
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