Warm spring weather and the may storm led to the fact that improper use of medical masks can be dangerous. Why, in an interview with radio Sputnik explained the specialist for particularly dangerous infections, immunologist Vladislav Zhemchugov.
Spring has brought to Russia not only warm weather, but thunderstorms with rain. The use of medical masks in such conditions becomes not only difficult but sometimes even dangerous, said Vladislav Zhemchugov. According to him, in may, leaving the house, you should definitely have a spare medical mask.
"If the mask is wet or you sneezed hard, it is better to wear another. It makes no sense to walk and to breathe in their virus. It is better to have one or two spare masks. If wet from rain, you better change, too. Also on the street when it’s raining, you can easily remove and hide the mask" — explained the doctor-immunologist.
You can dry the mask, and then continue to use, but it is important to understand that this technique will work with all protections. What mask is better not to dry, told radio Sputnik Vladislav Zhemchugov.
"a Homemade mask made of medical gauze, folded in four or eight layers, erase is not desirable because the protective properties are reduced, and that iron iron with steam will be very good. Materials other than gauze, are not suitable. Disposable mask plastic, so they do not stand up to iron. Also it makes no sense to warm in the oven, as some do. Such masks need to be changed," said the doctor.
Wearing medical masks and gloves in public places is the most effective way to protect against the spread of coronavirus. To put these remedies recommended to all Russians, regardless of the presence or absence of symptoms COVID-19.
