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It was New Years’ eve 2019 when health officials from Wuhan China admitted they had a problem. An increase in the number of people who were developing a fever and turning into pneumonia. Most of the cases reported are fatal. The doctors named the disease COVID-19 or Coronavirus disease in 2019. After that, we’ve seen China fight the battle against the virus. However, it’s too late. It has spread all over the world. In March of this year, the World Health Organization declared this virus a pandemic.  Many have started a wide country lockdown, forcing everyone to stay in their home. 

Two months after the countrywide lockdown, the economy is starting right back again, allowing more restaurants, shopping malls, and public areas to open and accept guests. However, health officials warn people that the virus is still there. Imposing strict guidelines and practicing social distancing. If you are that person who needs to go out to buy food or go back to work, here are four merch you can wear to stay safe during this unprecedented time.

Face Mask

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) urges people to wear face masks anywhere they go when social distancing is difficult to achieve. It is a precautionary measure set by these agencies after recent evidence that people that are positive with Coronavirus can transmit the virus before they know they have it. Wearing a mask in public may help reduce the spread of the virus from asymptomatic people. There are a lot of tutorials online on how to make your own mask using old clothes. Remember that N-95 respirators are for health care providers only. They are short in supply. Making use of a non-medical cloth mask is recommended for normal people.

Face Shield

If you are not aware of what a face shield is, these are plastic face visors that give full protection on your face. This type of face cover plays a big role in keeping you safe from contracting the virus. Face shields provide a high level of protection for anyone who uses it. According to the professionals from dmbsupply, if the person is wearing a face shield in public spaces, they are protected from any inward inhalation of aerosol droplets that may be carrying the virus. This kind of merch is much more effective than masks in regards to wearing them properly. They can also be stored for a long period of time.

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PPE

PPE or most commonly known as Personal Protective Equipment is like a hazmat suit. It functions minimize the wearer’s exposure to any hazards that can cause serious illness, in this case, being positive with Covid-19. However, this is for people who work in the medical field as doctors, nurses, and even dentists only. Wearing this kind of equipment requires training and practice. As a medical frontline, dispose of your use gown properly to avoid any contamination.

Personal Air Purifier

You may have seen people wearing a device like the size of a Nokia phone. These objects are called Air Purifiers. They are a wearable device that is equipped with HEPA filters. It releases negative ions to purify the air that kills airborne pollutants like bacteria, viruses, smoke, and dust. In theory, some air purifiers should be able to drive away from any virus. According to a study made by Columbia University, negative ions are also linked to relieving stress. However, despite its good benefits in killing viruses and bacterias, there is still no scientific basis that an air purifier can protect you against Covid-19. 

These are some of the merch you can buy to protect you from getting the virus and somehow stop the spread of the disease. Always remember to wash your hands and practice social distancing at all times. Until we know more, act accordingly.