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Covid Face Masks


Please do your part and wear a face mask.....We will offer different masks that will come in different colors, patterns and shapes. The Face Masks sell out pretty quickly..... but we will keep making more.
During the pandemic we all need to do our share to help stop the spread of COVID-19   ... Wearing a face mask is one of the very important things we need to do as well as washing our hands and social distancing ... Health experts say the evidence is clear that face masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and that the more people wearing face masks, the better....  SOURCE CDC 
The CDC website says:

What you need to know


  • •People age 2 and older should wear masks in public settings and when around people who don’t live in their household.?
  • •Masks offer some protection to you and are also meant to protect those around you, in case you are unknowingly infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.
  • •A mask is NOT a substitute for social distancing. Masks should still be worn in addition to staying at least 6 feet apart.
  • •Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol after touching or removing your mask.
  • •Masks may not be necessary when you are outside by yourself away from others, or with other people who live in your household. However, some localities may have mask mandates while out in public and these mandates should always be followed.
  • •CDC is still studying the effectiveness of different types of masks and will update our recommendations as new scientific evidence becomes available.
  • "COVID-19 spreads mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets. Respiratory droplets travel into the air when you cough, sneeze, talk, shout, or sing. These droplets can then land in the mouths or noses of people who are near you or they may breathe these droplets in.

    Masks are a simple barrier to help prevent your respiratory droplets from reaching others. Studies show that masks reduce the spray of droplets when worn over the nose and mouth.

    You should wear a mask, even if you do not feel sick. This is because several studies have found that people with COVID-19 who never develop symptoms (asymptomatic) and those who are not yet showing symptoms (pre-symptomatic) can still spread the virus to other people. The main function of wearing a mask is to protect those around you, in case you are infected but not showing symptoms.

    It is especially important to wear a mask when you are unable to stay at least 6 feet apart from others since COVID-19 spreads mainly among people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet)."


  • How To Wear, Select, Clean & Wear A Mask
  • (Source: The CDC)
  • "CDC recommends that people wear masks in public settings, like on public and mass transportation, at events and gatherings, and anywhere they will be around other people."
Overview

DO

  • Wear masks to help protect yourself from getting or spreading COVID-19
  • Wear masks with two or more layers to stop the spread of COVID-19
  • Wear the mask over your nose and mouth and secure it under your chin

DO NOT

  • Put masks on someone two years and younger
  • Put masks on people who have trouble breathing, or people who cannot remove the mask without assistance
  • Wear masks intended for healthcare workers, for example, N95 respirators

  • How to Select

    When selecting a mask, there are many choices. Here are some do’s and don’ts.

  • DO Choose masks that :

  • •Have 2 or more layers of washable, breathable fabric

  • •Completely cover your nose and mouth

  • •Fits snugly against the sides of your face and don't have gaps

  • DO NOT Choose Masks That:

  • •Are made of fabric that makes it hard to breathe, for example vinyl (NO vinyl)

  • •Have exhalation valves or vents which allows virus particles to escape

  • •Are intended for healthcare workers, including N-95 respirators or surgical masks

  • Gaiters & Face Shields:

  • •• Wear Gaiter with 2 layers or fold it to make it 2 layers 

  • ••• Face Shields Caution: Evaluation is ongoing but effectiveness is unknown at this time

  • ••Special Situations "Eye Glasses", If you wear glasses find a mask that fits closely over your nose or one that has a nose wire to limit fogging

  • •••• Special Situations "Children" If you are able to find a mask made for children

  • If you can't find a mask made for children, check to be sure the mask fits snuggly over the nose and mouth and under the chin

  • •••• DO NOT put on children younger than 2 years old

  • How to Wear

    •Wear a mask correctly and consistently to help keep from getting or spreading the virus.

    • •Be sure to wash your hands before putting on a mask
    • •Do NOT touch the mask when wearing it

  • Do wear a mask that

    • •Covers your nose and mouth and secure it under your chin
    • •Fits snugly against the sides of your face

    For more information, visit our How to Wear Masks web page.

How to Clean

Masks should be washed regularly. Always remove masks correctly and wash your hands after handling or touching a used mask.

  • •Include your mask with your regular laundry
  • •Use regular laundry detergent and the warmest appropriate water setting for the cloth used to make the mask
  • •Use the highest heat setting and leave in the dryer until completely dry

For more information, visit our How to Wash Masks web page.


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