CDC recommends that you wear masks in public settings around people who don’t live in your household and when you can’t stay 6 feet away from others. Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19 to others.
Overview
• Wear masks with two or more layers to
stop the spread of COVID-19
• Wear the mask over your nose and mouth and
secure it under your chin
• Masks should be worn by people two years and older
• Masks should NOT be worn by children younger than two,
people who have trouble breathing, or people who cannot
remove the mask without assistance
• Do NOT wear masks intended for healthcare workers,
for example, N95 respirators
• CDC does not recommend the use of gaiters or face shields.
Evaluation of these face covers is on-going but effectiveness is
unknown at this time.
How to Wear
Wear a mask correctly and consistently for the best protection.
• Be sure to wash your hands before putting on a mask
• Do NOT touch the mask when wearing it
Do wear a mask that
• Covers your nose and mouth and
secure it under your chin
• Fits snugly against the sides of your face
How to Clean
Masks should be washed regularly.
Always remove masks correctly and
wash your hands after handling
or touching a used mask.
• Include your mask with your regular laundry
• Use regular laundry detergent and the warmest
appropriate water setting for the cloth used to make the mask
• Use the highest heat setting and leave in the
dryer until completely dry
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