Wednesday, 24 June 2020

What kind of facemask give the best protection against Covid 19

1. The ideal mask for Covid 19 protection is Surgical grade N95 respirator mask.

2. Next is surgical grade mask.


These mask are expensive and mostly used by health care professionals. This is not intended to use for longer duration.

3. Cloth mask


It is widely used by public.This can be readymade or homemade mask.

A tighter fitting  mask around the face is better.

CDC suggests  any covering; is better than none.

Cloth mask should be worn for 2 -3 hours only.
It should be stored in a small container after use and washed properly,dried in sunlight or using an iron box;before each use.

 After use disinfect the mask and dispose it properly.

By, Dr.Renju T George,
India.
     




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