Since the County is experiencing significant community spread, Mecklenburg County Public Health is advising the use of simple cloth face coverings to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may be transmitting the virus without knowing they have it.
County Health recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies)
Cloth face coverings are cut pieces of cotton fabric sewn together or bandanas worn to cover a person’s nose and mouth when in public. Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.
Other types of masks (N95s and surgical masks) are still in short supply and should be
reserved for our medical providers and first responders.
Instructions: How do I best use a cloth mask/face covering?
Routinely wash the face covering daily. The face covering should be fully dry before using. Use of washing machine and dyer is recommended.
Avoid adjusting the mask by touching your face while the mask is on.
Continue to practice frequent hand hygiene while wearing the mask.
Be careful not to touch their eyes, nose, and mouth when removing the face covering and wash hands immediately after removing.
Wearing a cloth face mask does not replace the need for:
Adhering to the Stay at Home Order.
Staying home if you are sick.
Avoiding close contact (within 6 feet)
Here is a link to the Mecklenburg County Public Health recommendation.
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