CDC says your face mask needs it now
The agency has updated its advice on hiding. The takeaway: fit.
On Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its advice onFacial masks stop the spread of Covid-19. Source:A study conducted agency To see if the double masking or other tweaks could further block respiratory droplets causing coronavirus, better protect both the mask wearer and those that surround it.What they found is that yes, using double masking and adjusted. The researchers found that making simple changes to the way masks are worn could almost double the protection of the wearer against Covid-19. Read to find out what their suggestions and to ensure your health and the health of others, do not miss these Without signs that you have already had coronavirus.
First, the foundation
Despite the results of the study, the CDC recommends not yet officially double masking. Instead of, "When choosing a mask, look how well it suits you, how it filters the air and how many layers it has, "The agency saysAdvising that you choose a mask that fits perfectly on your face, and with layers that can intercept respiratory droplets on the road or out. "A mask with layers stop more respiratory droplets enter your mask or escape from your mask if you are sick."
Mask fabric mask medical procedure
In a laboratory test involving mannequins, the CDC found that a fabric mask with a disposable surgical mask at a reduced exposure to droplets by about 90% when the two models were equipped in this way. (Previous estimates of how protective cloth mask is only bearer was about 40% to 50%.) "The second mask has to push the edges of the inner mask against your face," said the agency.
Mask medical procedure with knotted earrings
The CDC found that the CDC has slept out a single surgical mask where earrings join the mask, then placing and flattening the additional mask material near the face, also offering protection against droplets of about 90%.
Mask
The CDC also recommends using a mask uppercase or splint under a mask; This can help the air to escape the sides.
Nylon covering on the mask
In addition, the agency now recommends wearing a nylon handle on one mask and pull it faces; This blocks more virus "by adjusting the mask closer to the wearer's face and cutting edge differentials. "
What you should not do
The agency does not recommend wearing disposable masks two at a time, because they are not designed with a fairly tight fit. He also advises to combine KN95 mask with any mask; These kinds of masks should be worn alone.
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How to survive this pandemic
As for yourself, do everything you can to prevent you from installing and spread-Covid-19 in the first place:Carry a face maskBe tested if you think you have coronavirus, avoid crowds (and bars and evenings of the house), practice social distance, do only run essential races, wash your hands regularly, disinfect frequently affected areas and to cross this healthiest pandemic, do not miss these35 places you are most likely to catch Covid.