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Wearing a face mask can:

Slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Help you avoid getting sick.

Protect those you encounter when you must leave home.

Here's our guide to choosing the mask that’s best for you. https://nyti.ms/2ynMQYu

Coronavirus: Which Mask Should You Wear?

Here’s a look at some of the types of masks you might encounter, how they work, what to consider when making your own and the level of protection they could provide.

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U.S. officials advised everyone to wear masks in public, and some states like New York will soon require them where social distancing isn't possible. No mask is 100% effective, but wearing one can help keep you and others safe.

Here's everything to know. https://nyti.ms/2VDFmIY

A User’s Guide to Face Masks

By now you’ve figured out that wearing a mask is not as simple as all those TV doctors made it look. Here’s our guide to the wear and care of your new mask.

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The N95 is the most recognizable and effective mask — the name means it can block at least 95% of tiny particles. It’s designed for single-use, and should be reserved for health care workers who are regularly exposed to infected patients. https://nyti.ms/2VByJXF

Medical masks come in a few varieties and are less effective than the N95. But when worn properly, they can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus by catching droplets when you or others near you cough or sneeze. These masks are meant to be used once. http://nyti.ms/2VByJXF

With medical masks in short supply, many people have turned to homemade ones, which can be as effective. Any face covering is better than nothing, but the material should have a high thread count. This one is made of cotton fabric. http://nyti.ms/2VByJXF

Some homemade masks have a pocket for an additional filter. These can be effective, but they present risks. Many people don't need the added level of filtration, and some filters aren't breathable and may contain harmful fibers that you could inhale. http://nyti.ms/2VByJXF

See more in our full guide to find a mask that is right for you http://nyti.ms/2VByJXF

Coronavirus: Which Mask Should You Wear?

Here’s a look at some of the types of masks you might encounter, how they work, what to consider when making your own and the level of protection they could provide.

http://nyti.ms/2VByJXF

And no matter which mask you wear, for it to be effective, it’s important that you wear it properly. Here are the dos and don’ts of wearing a mask. https://twitter.com/i/events/1248326806475878400

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How NOT to wear a mask

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Échale un vistazo a los distintos tipos de mascarillas que puedes encontrar. Te decimos cómo funcionan, qué debes considerar al confeccionarlas y el nivel de protección que ofrecen. https://nyti.ms/2VI4gal

Qué mascarilla deberías usar para protegerte del coronavirus

Te ofrecemos una guía de los tipos de mascarillas que puedes encontrar, cómo funcionan, qué debes considerar al hacer una y el nivel de protección que proporcionarían.

https://nyti.ms/2VI4gal

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