With Covid-19 still looming around, everyone needs to stay vigilant to stop the spread of the virus. Despite the vaccine being available in Indonesia, experts say that it is still necessary to wear a face mask whenever you go out of the house or interact with someone from outside of your household. However, disposable medical mask usage has impacted the environment badly especially in places where the garbage disposal system is not very advanced.
So who should wear the one-time use surgical masks? According to WHO, everyone should wear good-quality fabric masks (3 layers of different fabric) unless you are:
Aside from being more environmentally friendly, fabric masks can also be made to fit your face better. With so many designs and fabric types you can choose from, even kids are more willing to wear the uncomfortable new-normal attire. Opt for a tie-around-the-head mask to reduce ear discomfort. Little Steps have gathered where you can get these masks from.
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