The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that if worn right, they slow the spread of any infection and help other people who may have any infection (and do not know it) from transmitting it to others. They can also prevent you from touching your face, and remind you to cover sneezes and coughs. How to Wear a Mask Properly An ideal fabric mask should — Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face Be secured with ties or ear loops Be easy to breathe through without any restrictions Can be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Some best practices — Make sure to wash the mask before first use Wash your hands frequently, especially if you’ve been in public spaces or coughed or sneezed into them Use soap and water, scrubbing thoroughly for at least 20 seconds or use a hand sanitizer Be careful not to touch your eyes, nose, and mouth when removing the face covering How to Wash a Mask Masks can be washed by hand or in a machine Usual laundry detergent will do the trick For extra layer of disinfection, chlorine or color-safe bleach can be used In case of sensitive skin, rinse the mask under the tap to wash off residual detergent To help treat contaminated fabric, use detergent and hot water at 60 degrees Celsius After washing your mask, be sure to thoroughly wash your hands, too
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