And THIS is why it's so confusing about FACE MASKS....
From WHO ---- Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public: When and how to use masks
No idea why, on their website, the statement is posed as a question.
And, lest there be any doubt -- this is actually current advice to the public ---
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From WHO ---- Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public: When and how to use masks
When and how to wear medical masks to protect against coronavirus?
- If you are healthy, you only need to wear a mask if you are taking care of a person with COVID-19.
- Wear a mask if you are coughing or sneezing.
- Masks are effective only when used in combination with frequent hand-cleaning with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water.
- If you wear a mask, then you must know how to use it and dispose of it properly.
No idea why, on their website, the statement is posed as a question.
And, lest there be any doubt -- this is actually current advice to the public ---
Home/
Emergencies/
Diseases/
Coronavirus disease 2019/
Advice for public/
When and how to use masks
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