Here's why experts recommend you to double mask right now Masks remain to be our best preventive tools in minimizing the risk of catching COVID-19. Right now, while the risk of double mutant and triple mutant coronavirus variants loom over us, experts are now suggesting people layer up or wear double masks to prevent chances of infection, at the time when newer strains are said to be a lot more infectious and easily transmissible. 02/7Is wearing two masks effective? Double masking was also a measure suggested by the Centre for Disease Control (CDC), the USA after studies confirmed its workings. According to scientists, layering up an additional layer of mask over the other not just offers strengthened protection, but also helps lower infectivity and transmission by eff...
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Wearing double masks creates a strong barrier against the COVID-19 virusUS CDC Using face masks is an important tool in the fight against COVID-19.Now, new studies have determined that double masks offer up to 95% protection against the spread of this disease.The US CDC recommends using surgical masks in combination with cloth masks.Find out the best way to wear double masks. (Disclaimer: This should not be considered medical advice. Please check with your doctor on medical procedures.) Double masks to prevent COVID-19 is another protective measure that you can make use of, to reduce your chances of getting infected. Double masks refer to the practice of wearing two masks, helping create a stronger barrier against COVID-19. Studies done by the US Centers for Disease C...
Read MoreWear a mask around people who don’t live with you You’ve been on the hand washing and mask patrol since the pandemic started and you trust that everyone under your roof is physically distancing and wearing their masks in public. But you can’t really be sure about every relative or repair person who shows up at your door. Instead of guessing or assuming that they’re doing what is recommended, mask up when someone who doesn’t live with you enters your home. You can also politely ask visitors to wear masks as an extra precaution. “We have seen many instances of transmission this way whether it be a birthday party or a baby shower. I’ve seen patients become ill after they had friends over for dinner. They thought guests were low risk, but days or weeks after the visits, ...
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