With new COVID-19 variants circulating in Canada, it’s more important than ever to know how to wear a mask properly.
While the new variants — or mutations — of the coronavirus aren’t more deadly, they are more contagious, which means they’re more likely to spread.
Dr. Zain Chagla, an infectious disease specialist in Hamilton, Ontario, says your mask fits if there’s:
A snug fit over the bridge of your nose.
No gap under your chin.
A good seal on either side of your face.
There’s more to know about proper mask-wearing techniques. Click play to get answers to all of your questions, including:
How should you put on and take off your mask?
Should you wear a mask outdoors?
Do cloth masks work?
Can you reuse a surgical mask?
How do you stop your glasses from fogging up?
What should you do if you forget your mask?
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