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Jakarta, CNN Indonesia –
Family group more widespread during the Covid-19 pandemic. To prevent the spread corona virus In families, experts recommend wearing a mask when at home and interacting with other family members.
It’s just that not everyone at home should wear a mask. People who have to wear masks at home are those who travel and carry out activities outside the home. They are required to wear a mask when interacting with vulnerable family members, such as the elderly, children, and people who have comorbidities or comorbidities.
“Therefore, if we are people who have activities outside the home, it is advisable to be in contact with our vulnerable families, it is better if we continue to wear masks indoors,” said the president general of the Indonesian Association of Lung Doctors ( PDPI), a lung specialist, Agus Dwi. Susanto on the BNPB virtual talk show, Friday (9/18).
Agus said that the masks can only be removed if you are absolutely certain that you were not exposed to the virus while you are away from home by implementing strict health protocols. The health protocol includes always wearing a mask when doing activities outside the home, staying away from other people, and always washing your hands. When you get home, you will also need to clean yourself and your belongings immediately.
“It is not entirely necessary to wear a mask if we are sure we are complying with the health protocol. However, if we are not sure, then the use of masks at home is recommended,” said Agus.
The same opinion was also conveyed by public health expert Ede Surya Darmawan.
“If there is a risk, we recommend that you isolate yourself at home or keep your distance and wear a mask,” Ede said.
Ede also suggested that there be a person at home to always guarantee the safety and health protocols of each member of the family.
“In that house, the ideal is for the head of the household or the mother to be the security guard who ensures that everyone must comply with health protocols both at home and outside the home,” said Ede.
If you feel hot and uncomfortable wearing a mask at home, resolve this by opening the mask in an open room and without contacting other family members. Other than that, always clean and disinfect things at home and wash your hands regularly.
(ptj / chs)
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