We have never though that the world would have to face such serous disease like COVID-19. Bu that is the reality now. We cannot deny it. But we can work towards helping ourselves and others to stay away from the disease. That is why we all need to understand that we need to wear mask in the public places to stay safe. Click here for Plain Facemasks.
When to use a mask
- Healthy people need to wear a mask if they are caring for someone with suspected infection.
- People with a cough or sneeze
- Healthy people to get rid of viruses transmitted by others
Masks are only effective when combined with frequent hand washing with an alcohol-based solution or soap and water.If you need to wear a mask, you must learn how to use and dispose of it.
How to put on, use, remove and dispose of a mask
Before putting on a mask, you should wash your hands with an alcohol-based disinfectant or soap and water.
Cover the mouth and nose with the mask and make sure there are no gaps between the face and the mask.
Avoid touching the mask while wearing it; In the event that this happens, wash your hands with an alcohol-based disinfectant or soap and water.
Change the mask as soon as it gets wet and do not reuse single-use ones.
To remove the mask
The mask must be removed from behind (without touching the front); disposing immediately in a closed container; and then washing hands. Visit this site for Patriotic Face Masks.
Patients with viral respiratory infections transmit viruses by talking, sneezing or coughing and by touching other people or their personal items. Therefore, the most important measures to prevent contagion are:
- Frequent hand hygiene (with alcohol gel or soap and water).
- Avoid close contact (less than 1 meter) with a patient.
- Maintain adequate ventilation of spaces.
