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Wear mask only if caring for coronavirus case

 Rohit Shishodia
The Indian Health Ministry has cleared some doubts related to when to use masks and when not to use masks for protection from coronavirus. The ministry guidelines state, “If you are healthy, you only need to wear a mask if you are taking care of a person with suspected coronavirus infection.”

“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,” said the ministry.

“Before putting on a mask, clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. Cover mouth and nose with mask and make sure there are no gaps between your face and the mask. Avoid touching the mask while using it; if you do, clean your hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water,” said the ministry.

“Replace the mask with a new one as soon as it is damp and do not re-use single-use masks. Remove it from behind (do not touch the front of mask); discard immediately in a closed bin; clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water” informed the ministry.


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