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How to select and wear a mask

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How to Select and Wear a Mask

Cloth mask: Cloth masks should have multiple layers of tightly woven fabric and a nose wire. They are appropriate for use by the general public.

Disposable mask: Look for disposable masks with a nose wire. They are appropriate for use by the general public.

Filtering mask: KN95 and N95 are filtration masks that are appropriate for use by the general public. Certain N95 masks are designed specifically for healthcare personnel in the healthcare setting and are not necessary outsidie of those settings.

Surgical N95 Filtering Mask: Surgical N95 masks are designed specifically for healthcare personnel in the healthcare setting, and are not necessary outside of those settings.

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