Thread by @BHPComms

#COVID19 | As lockdown restrictions begin to ease, it’s still important to maintain distance and hygiene. Masks are also recommended by #publichealth experts including our Professor @KKCheng4. Make sure you’re using your mask correctly with this advice - 🧵 THREAD below:

#COVID19 | why wear a mask?

😷 They reduce the droplets (which may contain #coronavirus 🦠) released when you breathe, cough or speak

😷 They may lower the chance of you breathing in droplets yourself - but only if worn correctly!

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#COVID19 | Which mask?

😷 Surgical masks provide the greatest protection, but they are needed by our NHS and care home staff ✖️

🧣 Wool/knitted masks or scarves have large gaps and therefore don’t work ✖️

😷 Homemade, 💯% cotton masks block the most virus particles ✅

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#COVID19 | How do I use a mask correctly?

🧼 Wash hands
😷 Place clean mask over nose/mouth
🛑 Do NOT remove it to speak, cough or sneeze
🙅‍♀️Do NOT touch the mask until you’re at home and ready to safely remove

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#COVID19 | How do I safely remove my mask?

🧼Wash your hands
😷 Remove using the ear straps only
🗑/🧺 Bin or wash at 60•c +
🧴Wash your hands again

🧤 If you wear gloves, don’t touch your mask and wash your hands before AND after you wear them, and BEFORE removing your mask.