Do not re-use a medical mask.
Wash your hands before and after touching your mask.
IMAGE: Adjust the mask to cover your nose, mouth and chin without leaving any gaps on the sides. Photograph: Kind courtesy Polina Tankilevitch/Pexels.com
According to the World Health OrganiSation, to prevent the spread of the virus, it is important to choose the right mask and also wear it correctly.
A medical or surgical mask is worn by health workers and people over the age of 60 and anyone with pre-existing medical conditions.
Watch this video to see how to wear a medical mask:
All photographs and videos: Kind courtesy World Health Organisation/Instagram
Tips to keep in mind while wearing a surgical mask:
How to wear a fabric mask:
The video below explains the correct way to wear a non-medical fabric mask:
