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All frequently asked questions and answers are directly referenced from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website (CDC.gov) and should be checked regularly for the most current and accurate information.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How to properly wear face cloth coverings?
CDC recommends cloth face coverings should do the following:
• fit snug but still be comfortably against the side of the face
• face covering should be secured with ear loops or ties
• include multiple layers of fabric
• can allow for breathing without restriction
• be able to be washed and machine dried without damage or change to shape

How to safely remove a used face cloth covering or mask?
Individuals need to be careful not to touch their eyes, nose and mouth (any openings on face) when removing their face cover and wash hands immediately after removal.

How to safely clean a face cloth covering?
A washing machine should be sufficient in properly washing a face covering.

Why do you need to wear a face mask covering?
The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) states, "...along with evidence of widespread COVID-19 illness in communities across the country, CDC recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting. This is to protect people around you if you are infected but do not have symptoms."

When is it applicable to wear a cloth face covering or face mask?
CDC states that a face covering be worn whenever people are in a community setting. Especially in situations where you may be near or have contact with others. These types of settings include grocery stores and pharmacies. Face coverings aren't suitable replacements for social distancing, as they should be used/adhered to together. Cloth face coverings and face masks are very important to wear in public in areas of widespread COVID-19 illness.

Must I still stay at least 6 feet away from people if wearing a cloth face covering?
The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) says yes and that wearing a face covering is an additional public health measure people should take to reduce the spread of COVID-19. CDC still recommends that you stay a minimum of 6 feet away from other people (social distancing), frequent hand cleaning and other everyday preventive actions. Cloth face coverings are primarily intended to prevent the spread of pathogens from the wearer to others. This would be especially important if someone is infected but does not have symptoms.

Who should not wear face mask coverings?
Cloth face coverings should not be placed on children younger than 2 years of age, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the cover without assistance.