Coronavirus COVID-19: When and How to Use Mask

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), people will only need to wear a face mask if they are coughing, sneezing, or taking care of someone with COVID-19.

Masks are effective only when used in combination with frequent hand-cleaning with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water.

If you wear a mask, then you must know how to use it and dispose of it properly.

When and how to wear medical masks to protect against Coronavirus:

• Before Before touching the mask or the face, clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water.
• Make sure that the mask covers the mouth and nose, with no gaps between the face and the mask.
• Avoid touching the mask while using mask
• If a person does touch the mask while wearing it, they should clean hands with soap and water.
• Avoid reusing single-use masks.
• Replace a mask if it becomes damp.

To remove the mask:

• Remove it from behind (do not touch the front of mask)
• Discard immediately in a closed bin
• Clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water.