How to safely wear a non-medical fabric mask
DO'S
- Thoroughly wash hands with soap and water before touching the mask
- Inspect the mask for any damages or dirt
- Adjust the mask without leaving gaps on the side
- Cover your mouth, nose, and chin
- Avoid touching the mask
- Clean your hands before removing the mask
- Use the straps to remove the mask and pull it away from your face
- Store the mask in the clean resealable plastic bag if it is not dirty or wet, and you plan to re-use it
- Remove the mask from the bag by the straps
- Wash the mask with soap or detergent, preferably with hot water, at least once a day
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Clean your hands after removing the mask
DON'TS
- DO NOT use a damaged mask
- DO NOT wear a loose mask
- DO NOT wear the mask under the nose
- DO NOT remove the mask if there are people within 1 meter of you
- DO NOT use a mask that's difficult to breathe through
- DO NOT use a dirty or wet mask
- DO NOT share your mask with others
Source: World Health Organization