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As more studies about the current COVID-19 pandemic are conducted,\nresearchers are discovering that many cases present very few or no symptoms.\nThis means that you may be sick and contagious with the coronavirus while still\nfeeling healthy. Wearing a face mask can help stop the rampant spread of germs\nfrom asymptomatic carriers, but only if worn correctly. Your Belchertown\ndentist<\/a> shares how to properly wear a face mask and keep those around you\nsafe in the COVID-19 pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Do Face Masks Protect Against COVID-19?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since face masks don\u2019t form an airtight seal with the wearer\u2019s\nface, they cannot adequately protect against coronavirus-infected airborne\nparticles that are spread through sneezing, coughing, or talking. However, they\ncan help block the transmission of COVID-19 through larger droplets or sprays\nof body fluid, like saliva. Additionally, they can serve as an important\nreminder to the wearer not to touch their face, thereby lowering the risk of transferring\ninfected particles to the eyes, nose, or more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most importantly, a properly worn face mask reduces the spread\nof germs from the wearer. Remember, you can easily have COVID-19 and not be\naware of it. You may be infecting everyone around you even if you feel healthy.\nThat\u2019s why it\u2019s crucial that everyone wear a face mask, whether they feel sick\nor not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Right Way to Wear a Face Mask<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A face mask can only prevent the spread of COVID-19 if worn\nproperly. Follow these steps to put one on correctly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Wash your hands with soap and water for 20-30\nseconds before touching the mask. <\/li>
  2. Pick up the mask by its ear loops, elastic\nbands, or strings. Be careful not to touch any other part of the mask. <\/li>
  3. Position the mask over your face. Ensure that\nyou consistently face the blue side or \u201couter layer\u201d away from your mouth.<\/li>
  4. Attach the mask to your head via the loops,\nelastics, or strings. If your mask has a bendable metal strip above the nose,\nmold it to your face.<\/li>
  5. Check to make sure your face mask is fully\ncovering both your nose and your mouth.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What to Avoid When Wearing a Mask<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Since there may be infected particles on your face mask or\nhands, it\u2019s essential to keep these precautions in mind while wearing one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n