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Types of masks and respirators
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Sept. 10, 2021
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Description:Updated Sept. 10, 2021
This page describes different types of masks and respirators you can use to protect yourself and others from getting and spreading COVID-19.
Masks are designed to contain your respiratory droplets and particles. They also provide you some protection from particles expelled by others.
Respirators are designed to protect you from particles, including the virus that causes COVID-19, and in doing so they also contain your respiratory droplets and particles so you do not expose others.
CDC continues to learn more about the effectiveness of different types of masks and respirators for preventing COVID-19.
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