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60715 The Department of Health (DOH) encouraged the public to wear two masks to better protect themselves against the threat of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). “To further prevent virus transmission and mutation, choose the right mask for additional protection. Double masking is encouraged to...

The top US health authority now says fully vaccinated people don't need to wear masks in most indoor settings (JOEL SAGET / AFP / MANILA BULLETIN) The Department of Health (DOH) is recommending the use of surgical masks, especially in areas that are experiencing an increase in coronavirus disease...

First, to be effective, a mask must sit over your nose and under your chin, and against your cheeks without any gaps . Second, a mask should be made of ‘densely woven cotton fabrics,’ or ‘tight-weave 100 percent cotton.’ To test the fabric, hold it up to a light source. If light passes...