To mask or not to mask?

Face-coverings are increasingly being recommended by authorities as a protective measure that helps prevent the spread of Covid-19, especially by those who are (unwitting) asymptomatic carriers.

"Asia may have been right about coronavirus and face masks, and the rest of the world is coming around" [CNN]

https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/01/asia/coronavirus-mask-messaging-intl-hnk/index.html

Please note: Nobody is advocating that N95 respirator masks, currently in such short supply, be worn by anybody except medical personnel.

Incidentally, N95 masks have a fascinating history that involves creepy bird masks, bra design, and karmic retribution for racism.

"The untold origin story of the N95 mask" [Fast Company]

https://www.fastcompany.com/90479846/the-untold-origin-story-of-the-n95-mask


Updated to add:
If you're not the crafty type, this tutorial will show you how to turn a T-shirt or handkerchief into a face mask.

"How to make a non-medical coronavirus face mask – no sewing required" [The Guardian]
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/apr/06/how-to-make-no-sew-face-mask-coronavirus