Face Mask 101: Types, Proper Usage, Disposal, and More

To help you feel reassured and protected from infectious diseases like COVID-19, this complete guide to face masks and coverings will help you understand the proper and most effective ways to wear them, remove them, and discard them. This guide also discusses which protective mask is most beneficial, and how you can better protect yourself and the people around you from the pandemic.

First, what is a surgical mask?

A surgical mask is, perhaps, one of the most common face covers available on a global scale. Each of these loose-fitting and disposable masks have elastic bands or ties (whether adjustable or …read more