EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT FACE MASKS

CDC GUIDANCE ON CLOTH FACE MASKS

Read what CDC advises regarding the use of cloth face coverings to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

MORE CDC GUIDANCE

Read CDC answers to frequently asked questions about cloth face coverings.

USE YOUR FACE MASK EFFECTIVELY

Watch a video that shows you how to put on, and take off, your face mask, while avoiding self-contamination. Since these are reusable masks, whenever the video says to discard the mask, you need to wash it instead.

Hint: hand hygiene is important!

HELP! MY MASK FOGS MY GLASSES

Health workers have a few tricks for solving this vexing problem.  Read this New York Times article for suggestions.

HANDLE WITH CARE

Masks not worn correctly could increase risk of virus transmission, TCD expert says.

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Read an article and watch a video on how to wear a face mask correctly, from Irish viroloist Dr. Kim Roberts.

OUCH! THOSE EAR LOOPS HURT MY EARS

Take a look at some accessories you can make or buy for a more comfortable wearing experience.