As everyone practices social-distancing, we constantly request all to limit going outside. Additionally, when one goes out, they have to take care of not contracting infection. One such instrument that helps is the use of mask. Masks, when used with proper guidelines can help in curbing infection a lot.
Below is the advisory by the Ministry of Public Health on how to safely use masks. MoPh shared  an infographic on their social media yesterday, which is also given below.
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The ministry further insisted that it does not advise healthy people to routinely wear a mask. However, it is advised to wear a mask under following special conditions :
In case you are sick with respiratory symptoms like coughing or sneezing, wear a mask:
1. While staying at home, especially around family members, and seek medical help by calling the Covid-19 hotline on 16000.
2. If you are in transit to the hospital.
3. If you entered a waiting area in a clinic or hospital.
In case you are not sick, with respiratory symptoms like coughing or sneezing, wear a mask only if:
1. You are in any of the following high-risk groups and had to go out for a necessity –Â
n People diagnosed with a chronic disease (such as diabetes, chronic renal disease, chronic heart disease, chronic lung disease, cancer, immune compromising condition) or if you are taking medications that lower your immunity.
n Older adult (55 years or above)
n Pregnant or breastfeeding
2. You are a caregiver or sharing living space with a person suspected to have contracted Covid-19.
3. You are a caregiver or sharing the same living space with someone who suffers from a chronic condition.
4. You are required to interact closely with other people in your workplace, such as customers or visitors.
5. If, for necessity, you need to use public transportation or while riding a car with several other people.
6. If, for necessity, you need to enter a public or crowded place.
7. You live or work in a locked-down area or share a room with others.