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Face mask regulations change frequently; check out the latest rules across Australia. Masks are compulsory on flights and at airports. Even though mask use is not mandatory in most outdoor settings, it is recommended to wear one when social distancing can not be maintained.
The World Health Organisation recommends mask wearing where social distancing is not possible. Because of this, face coverings of all sort are in high demand.
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A face mask can help prevent you from inhaling particles, which can be pollutants, smoke or contain a virus.
Medical masks (such as P2, KN95 and N95) can protect people from getting infected; however, WHO does not recommend them for the general public. Rather, they should be worn by health workers, anyone who is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and people caring for suspected or confirmed cases.
If you are aged 60 or over, or have underlying health conditions, it's recommended you wear a medical mask in places where social distancing is not guaranteed.
For the general public, WHO recommends the use of non-medical masks (also known as cloth masks) in areas where social distancing is not possible, such as on public transport, in shops or in other confined or crowded environments.
It's also important to note that masks are most effective when you use them in conjunction with regular hand washing and are wearing them correctly. They should be properly fitted to your face, covering both your nose and your mouth, as well as changed regularly.
A mask can help prevent you from inhaling any particles containing the virus. It can also help stop you from passing on any particles if you're sick yourself.
For your mask to be as protective as possible, it is important that it is worn properly. According to the World Health Organization, this means that the mask should cover your nose and mouth and have no gaps around the sides of your face. You should also wash or sanitise your hands before and after touching your mask.
When wearing your mask, you should avoid touching it or taking it off to speak to others. Once you remove your mask, it is advised that you place it in a zip lock bag until you are able to wash it, which you should do after each wear.
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