Wearing a face mask or face covering in “out of healthcare” settings to reduce risks of transmission of COVID19 infection | National Resource for Infection Control (NRIC)

Wearing a face mask or face covering in “out of healthcare” settings to reduce risks of transmission of COVID19 infection

Best practice, Factsheet
Abstract: 
This Fact Sheet explains the reasons behind the confusion on whether and when facemarks should be worn, how to make a face mask and how to prevent it becoming a vehicle for transmission of infection itself
Authors: 
The International Scientific Forum on Home Hygiene (IFH, www.ifh-homehygiene.org)
Link:
https://www.ifh-homehygiene.org/factsheet-hygiene-advice-sheet/wearing-face-mask-or-face-covering-%E2%80%9Cout-healthcare%E2%80%9D-settings-reduce
Category: 
Control
Prevention
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