Wearing a Mask Do's and Don'ts
- Place your mask over your mouth and nose.
- Tie it behind your head or use ear loops and make sure it's snug.
- Don't touch your mask while wearing it.
- If you accidentally touch your mask, wash or sanitize your hands.
- Remove the mask by untying it or lifting off the ear loops without touching the front of the mask or your face.
- Wash your hands immediately after removing your mask.
- Regularly wash your mask with soap and water in the washing machine. It's fine to launder it with other clothes.
Additionally, here are a few general face mask precautions:
- Don't put masks on anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious or otherwise unable to remove the mask without help.
- Don't put masks on children under 2 years of age.
- Don't use face masks as a substitute for social distancing.
Sources:
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
Information from the CDC regarding face masks can be accessed directly here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Information from the Mayo Clinic can be accessed directly here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-mask/art-20485449