What are the Different Types of Face Masks?

What Are the Different Types of Face Masks?

The CDC and WHO approve of basic and surgical face masks for public use. These type of masks are specially designed to prevent you from spreading any illness you may have.

Here are three different types of face masks below:

• Basic cloth face mask
• This is your standard, everyday version of a face mask. It’s also the version recommended for public use in the midst of COVID-19. You can wear this type of face mask while going to the grocery store, gas station, or any other open public place.

• Surgical face mask

• An FDA-approved surgical maskis made from a thin, disposable material. Medical professionals who are currently operating drive-thru testing for COVID-19 are wearing a version of this face mask that covers not just their nose and mouth, but also their eyes, cheeks, and forehead. You’ll also see this type of mask worn in hospitals by doctors and respiratory therapists.

• N95 respirator
• You won’t find N65 Respirators worn by the general public. This type of face mask is critical for health care workers and medical first responders. Please don’t use/purchase this type of mask if you are not working directly with patients. Supplies are scarce right now, and these masks need to be reserved for those who really need them.