The CDC has just published these new facial mask rules

The agency has just released its most complete mask guide.


The CDC regularly updates its coronavirus recommendations because new information on COVID-19 becomes available. Thursday, the National Health Organization has made major changes to its recommendations on how to select, wear and clean your mask. Read on and ensure your health and health of others, do not miss theseWithout signs that you have already had coronavirus.

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When you should wear a mask

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Basically, every time you are in public or around anyone who does not live with you, hide you. "CDC recommends you to wear masks in public settings around people who do not live in your household and you can not stay at 6 meters from the others. The masks help stop the propagation of Covid-19 to others, "they explain.

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Masks must meet these criteria

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The CDC, the masks with two or more layers are more efficient when it comes to stopping the propagation of coronavirus. However, how do you wear your mask is also important. "Wear the mask on your nose and your mouth and secure it under your chin," he asks. Make sure it is perfectly suited to the side of your face and do not have shortcomings.

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Avoid these mask errors

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The CDC suggests avoiding masks made from materials that could make the respiration difficult, such as vinyl. They also ask you to avoid wearing masks for health professionals, such as N95S. In addition, they warn masks with valves because the vents will allow virus particles to escape.

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Wear these masks with caution

The effectiveness of the gaiters and shields of the face is "unknown for the moment", the CDC warns.

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If you wear glasses

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If you wear glasses, the CDC recommends finding a mask that perfectly suits your nose or the one that has a thread to avoid the stop.

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The guidelines for children

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The masks must be worn two years and over, the CDC explains. However, they should not be worn by younger children than two, people who have trouble breathing, or people who can not remove the unattended mask, they point out. If you are capable of, they suggest finding a mask specially designed for children. If you can not, make sure that it is perfect for the nose, mouth and chin.

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How to wear your mask

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The CDC requests that you carry a mask "correctly and consistently" for the best protection. "Make sure you wash your hands before putting a mask," they warned. "Do not touch the mask when you wear it."

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Mask 'not''s'

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Do not wear your mask around your neck, on your forehead, under your nose, only on your nose, on your chin, hanging from one ear or on your arm, the CDC states.

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How to remove your mask

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First, thoroughly delimit the ropes behind your head or stretch earrings. Second, handle only earrings or links. Third, bending exterior corners together. Finally, be careful not to touch your nose, your eyes and your mouth when you remove and make sure you wash your hands immediately after removing.

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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR MASK

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The CDC urges the importance of hiding hygiene, making sure to wash them regularly. To clean them, simply throw your mask with your regular laundry. "Use a regular laundry detergent and the suitable water adjustment for the fabric used to make the mask," he suggests. "Use the highest heat setting and leave in the dryer until it is completely dry." And to ensure your health and health of others, do not miss these37 places you are most likely to catch coronavirus.


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