Masks: Which ones should we be using?

By Josephine Weaver

The video below explains and compares different masks people are using during the pandemic. The first mask the video explains is an N95 mask. An N95 mask is not what a pedestrian should be using on the streets. These masks are to protect health care workers only. If you do have one of these masks, you could help healthcare workers and donate them. Healthcare workers are risking their lives every day, and one small donation can make a difference. The next mask of this video will explain a standard surgical mask. A lot of people have these masks, and they are great examples of masks to use. Using these masks is a good way to protect other people from catching your germs. This mask will not protect you from getting the virus, or any virus that other people may have, but will protect other people if you are infected. The last mask the video will talk about is a homemade mask. This mask is definitely the best choice if you don’t want to spend money on a surgical mask. This mask is very quick and easy to make and it works just as good as the others explained in the videos. The supplies you need to make homemade masks are a bandana and two rubber bands or hair ties. The video above will explain everything you need to know and include how to make two different kinds of homemade masks out of bandanas. Stay Safe!

Here is a tutorial video on the different types of masks, as well as how to make one: