Advice on the use of masks in the context of COVID-19

Abstract:

This document provides advice on the use of masks in communities, during home care, and in health care settings in areas that have reported cases of COVID-19. It is intended for
individuals in the community, public health and infection prevention and control (IPC) professionals, health care managers, health care workers (HCWs), and community health workers. It will be revised as more data become available.

Authors:

World Health Organization

Year:

2020

Topic:

COVID-19, Waste