Again at the beginning of 2022, the nation is fighting with Covid-19. Now a new variant has come across the world which is Omicron.
Based on evidence that it has several mutations that may impact the way it behaves, WHO has named the Omicron variant as a variant of concern.
Omicron’s first case was found in South Africa a few months ago, and today almost every country has a number of cases.
Remembering our new Habits, we are here with some Important Steps you Must follow to protect yourself from Omicron.
Always Wear a Mask!
- Don’t go outside your home if it’s not much needed.
- Always cover your nose & mouth properly with the help of a Face Mask.
N95, Surgical, KN95, or Cloth Face Mask? How to Choose a Perfect Face Mask!
- Have two or more layers of breathable fabric, washable or disposable in any one of your choices.
- Do not use specially labeled “surgical” N95 respirators, as those masks should be prioritized for healthcare personnel.
- Incorporate ventilation valves or vents that allow virus particles to escape.
- Wear one disposable mask over your cloth mask that has multiple layers of fabric..
How NOT to Wear a Mask
When and How to Clean a Mask?
- You should wash reusable masks whenever they become dirty, or at least once a day.
- Using tap water and laundry detergent or soap, wash your mask.
- While using a washing machine, include your mask with your regular laundry.
- Dry off your mask in direct sunlight. If you cannot hang it in direct sunlight, hang or lay it flat and let it dry completely.
How to Dispose a Mask?
- Use disposable face masks only once, and then dispose of them.
- Don’t throw a mask in Open.
Note: Always sanitize your hands with Alcohol based Sanitizer after disposing the mask off.
