Mandatory Use of Cloth Masks, Here's the Facts to Prevent Corona Covid-19

Kapanlagi.com - Masks are the most important item to protect oneself from the corona virus or covid-19. Lately, masks have been sought after by many people to reduce the risk of transmission of the corona virus covid-19. Recently, the government spokesperson for handling the corona virus, Achmad Yurianto, urged the public to use cloth masks.

As we know, the spread of the corona virus is found in droplets of saliva from sick people, coughing, and also when sneezing. Transmission can occur if saliva is inhaled by others around them.

The recommendation to use cloth masks is because cloth masks can be washed and reused. The importance of always wearing masks is due to the invisible and rapid spread of the corona virus. Therefore, prevention starts from oneself by consistently using cloth masks.

1. All Citizens Must Wear Masks

The public is required to wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic (credit: freepik)

The obligation to wear masks has now been intensified by the government spokesperson for handling the coronavirus, Achmad Yurianto. There are no exceptions to this, as he requires everyone, including Indonesian citizens, to wear cloth masks.

Wearing a mask when going out of the house is very important to reduce the rate of coronavirus growth. It is advisable for the public to wear masks when outside the house. In addition, WHO has also recommended the use of masks in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

2. Use of Cloth Masks

Use of cloth masks (credit: freepik)

In this regard, Achmad Yurianto also explained the use of cloth masks and how to wash them. The reason for using cloth masks is that they can be washed and reused multiple times, and cloth masks are also effective in preventing the spread of the coronavirus.

Another thing to note is that cloth masks should not be worn for more than four hours. Therefore, after four hours, the worn cloth mask should be washed by soaking it in soapy water. Achmad Yurianto also asks people to remind each other to wear masks if they have to go out or have travel plans.

3. Facts about Government-Recommended Cloth Masks

Facts about cloth masks (credit: freepik)

Cloth material is more effective, in the midst of the spread of the corona virus, the availability of masks is becoming increasingly difficult to find. One way to prevent the corona virus is by using cloth masks. Cloth masks can be used to protect oneself when outside the house.

The increasing demand for cloth masks has led everyone to compete in making their own masks or selling their own creations. Of the various types of cloth materials used, it is advisable to use cloth masks made of wiping cloth material, which is considered effective in filtering particles as well as bacteria or viruses that enter.

Although the government has recommended the use of cloth masks, many people still question how effective cloth masks are. According to Dr. Erlina Burhan, a Specialist in Pulmonary Medicine at Persahabatan General Hospital, it is still necessary to maintain a distance of at least 1 meter from people around when using cloth masks. This is because cloth masks still have holes for viruses or bacteria to enter. Although cloth masks can filter up to 70% of particles, they can still be penetrated by aerosols.

There are several things to know about the use of cloth masks, one of which is that they should be made of at least 3 layers of cloth. This 3-layer cloth mask is intended to enhance the effectiveness of masks in preventing virus exposure. This can be a guide in making cloth masks, if you want to make them at home.

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