Source: Twitter
Our Health DG Noor Hisham has also tweeted in support of double-masking.
Double masking (with a cloth mask on top of a medical grade mask) helps filter more particles than a single cloth mask alone. Although it’s not mandatory together with the face shield, it gives maximum protection. pic.twitter.com/gqXLNvXSr3
— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) May 27, 2021
To get you started on double-masking, here's a guide as recommended by America's Centre for Disease Control (CDC).
1- If you're wearing a single-layer cloth mask, layer a surgical mask underneath it. Make sure the cloth mask push the edges of the surgical mask against your face for a tight, snug fit.
2- If you're already wearing a tight-fitting triple-layer cloth mask like N95, KN95 or a KF94, you DON'T have to double-mask.
3- Try the knotted mask method.
Source: YouTube
According to CDC, the first option mentioned above is more effective in helping limit the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 by about 95%. Read more here.
#NEW: Wearing two masks can improve fit & give you better protection from #COVID19. Wear a disposable mask under a cloth mask. Learn more: https://t.co/rjQXPVTs5O. pic.twitter.com/VXIZQwUvGN
— CDC (@CDCgov) February 11, 2021
Remember to follow the right mask pairing.
The wrong pairings simply will NOT work when it comes to your additional protection against the virus infection.
So, mask up whenever you're leaving your house and stay safe everyone!
