Here's the correct way to reuse your disposable face masks safely
Putting your face mask in your pocket in between using it is actually not ideal. Photo: dpa Surgical masks have become a common sight during the pandemic. Many people who use one to protect against the novel coronavirus stick it in their jacket pocket or hang it on their car’s rear-view mirror when they’re not wearing it. While the masks are meant for single-use only, can they really be safely reused? The answer is a qualified yes, but you shouldn’t stick them into your pocket. For personal, everyday use, a surgical mask can be worn more than once under certain conditions, according to ...