Wear masks in public, says WHO in new coronavirus advice

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WHO changes its advice on face masks, saying they should be worn in places where the virus is widespread and physical distancing is difficult

People wearing face-masks line up to buy supplies from a shop during the coronavirus outbreak in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday on April 4, 2020.

In areas with community-level virus transmission, "we advise that people aged 60 years or over, or those with underlying conditions, should wear a medical mask in situations where physical distancing is not possible", he added. As before, those caring for an infected person at home should wear a medical mask when in the same room; and health workers should wear medical masks plus protective equipment when dealing with suspected or confirmed Covid-19 patients.

The inner layer should be made of a water-absorbent material such as cotton, the middle layer – which acts as a filter – from a material like non-woven polypropylene, while the outer layer should be a water-resistant material such as polyester.

 

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