PPE Blunders: How NOT To Wear A Mask

Adapting to the new normal has been difficult for people across the globe. But some people have struggled more than others to understand the ethics of protecting themselves with PPE gear. While the general public doesn’t wear disposable isolation gowns or face shields daily, it is common to see them wearing a mask. However, some PPE blunders, or mask blunders, nullify the whole purpose of wearing masks: covering the nose and mouth. Here are some popular ones and ways to correct them. NOT Below Your Nose Many people mistakenly pull their masks before their noses. They're either misled by the debate that breathing is difficult while wearing masks or don't know how to wear a PPE mask. For those who propose the former, if breathing were difficult with a mask, front line healthcare workers wouldn't have survived for so long. They’re wearing a mask along with all other protective clothing throughout their shift hours. If they can do it, so can we. And in...