The COVID-19 turmoil changed the world in a way that still seems unbelievable. However, one believable thing that has become evident in the past three years is the predictable human nature. Forget about getting double vaccinated, people are still not wearing face masks in India.
This may seem like a problem, but what’s worse is people wear masks, but they don’t even bother to do it right. Now, when stopping contamination is one of the most effective ways to halt the spread of the pandemic, people are still ignorant about the significance of face masks and their proper usage.
Are you wearing a mask?
According to a survey made by “Apnadesh.org”, “90 percent of people are aware of wearing a mask but still, only 44 percent are wearing it”. This is quite alarming in itself. You must have seen people wearing masks incorrectly, wearing a loose mask, wearing it on the chin, and whatnot.
Choosing the correct mask
Before correctly wearing the mask, you need to choose the appropriate one. Choose a mask with a filter that is at least 0.3 Microns. It must fit you perfectly and have at least a 95% efficiency rate. If you are someone who needs to travel frequently, choose a good COVID travel mask. These masks are available online in fancy designs and also for kids with having all the safety measures.
Common Mistakes while wearing masks
Wearing a face mask is quite essential, but it is more important to handle it properly. Often because of our habits, negligence, and reflexes we sometimes, make mistakes while handling a mask. Below are some common mistakes which we should avoid while wearing a mask.
- Wearing a mask that doesn’t fit properly: Always choose a mask that covers your nose and mouth and should fit easily. It should always cover your face and extent below your chin.
- Avoid touching the mask unnecessarily: It is always advised not to touch your face mask when you are wearing it to avoid it from getting contaminated. Frequently touching it increases the chances of infecting the mask from.
- Always mask up: People to avoid congestion while speaking tend to slide the masks down which beats the whole purpose of wearing a mask. Choose a mask that is lightweight and highly breathable to avoid this habit.
- Do not replace mask: Avoid using any other material of fabric instead of a filter-enabled mask to fight COVID. There are face masks in India, which have advanced nanotechnology used in the filter which makes them highly breathable and lightweight.
- Use mask according to your purpose: Depending upon your usage pick an appropriate mask, in case you need to travel frequently because of work commitments, you should choose a good Covid Travel Mask accordingly.
- If using a reusable mask, clean it: Wash the cloth mask regularly with soap and warm water and dry it for at least 5 hours.
- Maintain good hand hygiene: Always wash/ sanitize your hands before wearing and removing the mask.
These were some common mistakes that we make knowingly or unknowingly while wearing a mask. We should always try to avoid these habits to ensure more safety. So practice social distancing, wear masks and adhere to all the protocols for safety.
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