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2020-07-17 11:41:22
Are home-made face masks made from fabric as effective as N95 masks? If so, what kind of fabric would work best? Please help.
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Hi. I understand your concern s. Yes home made masks are effective. N 95 mask is only for health care workers.

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If you are not a healthcare provider or having a public service contact Then any fabric 3 ply mask is better But don’t forget to maintaining hand and respiratory hygiene along with social distancing

Answered2020-07-17 11:54:28

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Not as effective but helpful in covid conditions

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