Wearing masks does not help in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Face masks with other preventive measures, such as frequent hand-washing and social distancing, help slow the COVID-19 infection.

Face masks with other preventive measures, such as frequent hand-washing and social distancing, help slow the COVID-19 infection.The issue of wearing face coverings in public has become a contentious topic, with some advocating that masks are useless, if not dangerous. However, the scientific community has been vociferous on wearing a mask, especially in public. The CDC has recommended wearing masks as a simple barrier and preventing people from spreading the virus to others. Physical distancing, wearing a mask, keeping rooms well ventilated, avoiding crowds, cleaning your hands, and coughing into tissue will stop the COVID-19 spread.

Respirator masks such as FFP2, FFP3, N95, and N99 should be used for protection instead of a surgical mask because it can filter out both large and small particles when worn. Thus, face coverings can significantly help reduce the risk of transmission.

The COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to a lot of potentially dangerous misinformation. For reliable advice on COVID-19 including symptoms, prevention and available treatment, please refer to the World Health Organisation or your national healthcare authority.