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Guide to buying a protective face mask against Covid -19

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Guide to buying a protective face mask against Covid -19

Guide to buying a protective face mask against Covid -19

Face masks are protection and prevention tools against Covid -19. However, it is necessary to follow all hygiene and social distancing measures to avoid contagion. If there are still doubts about-face shields and how to use them, here we have frequently asked questions related to the subject.

What is the best mask against Covid -19?
In the market, you can find all the existing mask models. But, not all of them work properly against the Coronavirus. The World Health Organization has recommended, in any case, the use of FFP2 (N95) thanks to its great protective power.

Where should I use a mask?

In Spain, according to the Official State Gazette (BOE), the use of the mask is required in all public places, in free areas, and any closed space for public use or where it is difficult to maintain social distancing.

How to wash a reusable mask?
The Spanish Ministry of Health established steps to wash and disinfect
reusable masks:
1. Wash the mask with ordinary detergent with water at a temperature of 60 ° to 90 ° in a washing machine.
2. Immerse the mask in 1:50 dilution of bleach with warm water for 30 minutes. Wash well with soap and water.

How to put on and take off the mask?

The WHO recommends the following steps for donning and doffing the mask:

1. Wash your hands with an alcohol-based sanitizer or soap and water before taking the mask.

2. Place the mask on the face very tightly ensuring that there are no gaps between it and the skin.

3. Do not touch the mask while it is in use. To do this, it is advisable to wash your hands with soap and water.

4. Change the mask when it is wet and do not reuse, if it is disposable, and wash when it is. Remember to follow the washing and disinfection advice of the Ministry of Health.

5. Remove the mask from the back of the mask, discard it, and wash your hands with soap and water.

How long to use the mask?

It all depends on the type of mask. If it is disposable only once and for a period of no more than four hours. It is even recommended to discard it if it gets wet. In the case of reusable ones, wash it after each use following the health instructions(washable face mask near me)

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