As you know, some pathogenic bacteria and viruses can spread in the smallest droplets of saliva through the air at a distance of up to 7 meters. Something as simple as a gauze bandage, when used correctly, will provide a reliable barrier to viruses and bacteria.
The material used to make the mask matters a lot. Synthetic material is a rather poor protector, makes it difficult to breathe and can cause an allergic reaction. A high-quality gauze mask is made from medical cotton gauze, which allows air to pass through normally, allowing the skin to breathe without sweating. The greater the number of layers of the mask, the greater the degree of protection. The most acceptable number of layers will be 4 - 8.
An additional positive feature of the multi-layered gauze bandage made from natural material is that it is reusable. To restore the protective properties, it is enough to wash it with laundry soap and iron it well.
Gauze bandage provides protectionfrom influenza, as well as from other diseases transmitted by airborne droplets. If you are sick, then the protection used will reduce the risk of contracting viral diseases to others.
Gauze dressing can be purchased from a pharmacy. The choice can be made among 4 and 6 layers of cotton products of reusable use. For ease of use, there are bandages with ties and elastic bands. They won't sweat your face, won't make it hard to breathe, and you only need to iron them with a hot iron to reapply.
If it was not possible to stock up on a gauze bandage in a pharmacy, it is easy to make it yourself. Making a cotton-gauze bandage does not take much time and does not require any special knowledge. To do this, you need a piece of gauze 1 meter long, 60 centimeters wide. Having spread the gauze on the table, an even layer of cotton wool 20 × 20 cm in size and approximately 1 - 2 cm thick is laid in the middle. There should be enough cotton wool so that it does not interfere with breathing and at the same time covers the mouth and nose. Now the gauze is folded on both sides along the entire length, covering the cotton layer. The ends of the gauze are cut to 25 - 30 cm from all sides to make straps for tying. For strength, the resulting bandage must be stitched with threads along the edges of the straps, on both sides of the cotton. Homemade bandage is ready. It needs to be changed every 3-4 hours. You can also take a wide medical bandage for making.
The gauze bandage should be large enough to completely cover the nose and mouth. AtIn this case, its lower part should tightly cover the chin, and the upper corners of the rectangular bandage should almost reach the ears. Top and bottom ties tie at the back of the head, passing above and below the ears respectively.
Do not hesitate to wear a bandage in transport and in any crowded places where there is a possibility of "grabbing" the infection. After all, timely prevention is much better than subsequent treatment. Protect yourself and loved ones from colds in time.
