How to effectively handle the mask for epidemic prevention?

Correctly wearing a mask is an important means to prevent new crown pneumonia. During the prevention and control of the epidemic, the frequency of the mask and replacement also increased significantly. So, how should we effectively handle the mask in daily life? Disease control experts answered this.

In medical institutions, you can directly put the mask into the medical waste waste bag. The mask is used as a medical waste and will be centralized by professional treatment institutions.

For ordinary people, due to the low risk, the mask used in normal use can be thrown directly into the trash.

For those suspected of infectious diseases, the masks used to the corresponding staff should be handled as a medical waste when they are treated or under investigation.

For those who have symptoms such as fever, cough, sputum, sneezing, or those who have been exposed to such people, it is recommended to throw the mask to the trash bin first, and then use a 5 % 84 disinfectant to according to the ratio of 1:99. Spray until the mask is treated. If there is no disinfectant, you can also use a sealing bag or a fresh -keeping bag to seal the mask and throw it into the trash.

In addition, we should also pay attention not to touch the mask used by others. After the mask is used, don't put it directly in the bag and pocket.

Author: Jilin Daily All Media Reporter Bi Xue

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