Is the N95 mask good for coronavirus?

People are rushing to buy masks with the coronavirus outbreak going now. In China alone, they need 30 to 50 million masks per day! I just wish that there will be no shortages of masks in the coming days, or weeks or worst, even months ahead.

But do you know that the N95 mask is the only mask that’s good for coronavirus? Why so?

The N95 face mask is a specialized mask that can protect against the new coronavirus, also called 2019-nCoV. The N95 particulate respirator is thicker than a surgical mask. People are now aware that a regular surgical mask will not help you be protected from the virus.

When you have an N95 face mask you just have to ensure that you have the right fit, it’s used correctly, and it’s 100% secured on you or else it wouldn’t be effective. To properly fit an N95 mask, the user should make sure that the nose, cheeks, and chin are covered and you shouldn’t breathe around its edges. 

Prior to going out, practice breathing in and out with your N95 on because it has thicker material. Adapt and learn your way through this mask and lastly, double-check if you’re properly wearing it.

For more information, please read our in depth article about the best N95 face mask for coronavirus.