The Minister of Health Dr Zweli Mkhize has recommended that South Africans wear cloth face masks when out in public. Wondering how to make one? We’ve got you covered!
How effective the mask is, also depends on how you use it. Below are the guidelines on how to properly use a mask:
The Department of Health has recommended that South Africans should wear cloth face masks when in public to prevent the spread of #Covid19SA. Here’s how to use a cloth face mask ?? #Day19ofLockdown pic.twitter.com/xer0ebUYVQ
— South African Government (@GovernmentZA) April 14, 2020
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How to make a cloth mask DIY style:
1. Dr Zweli Mkhize shared the below video to help you:
The health department recommends cloth masks to help contain the spread of the coronavirus. You can make your own mask at home, with or without a sewing machine. #ClothFaceMask (2/2) pic.twitter.com/YJ2VgAjF7b
— Dr Zweli Mkhize (@DrZweliMkhize) April 11, 2020
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