Masks + vaccines + boosters = best protection against Omicron When you wear a mask, you help protect yourself & others from COVID19. Choose a mask with the best fit, protection, and comfort for you. More:
Masks and respirators can provide different levels of protection depending on the type of mask and how they are used. Loosely woven cloth products provide the least protection, layered finely woven products offer more protection, well-fitting disposable surgical masks and KN95s offer even more protection, and well-fitting NIOSH-approved respirators offer the highest level of protection.
Whatever product you choose, it should provide a good fit and be comfortable enough when worn properly so that you can keep it on when you need to. Learn how to improve how well your mask protects you by visiting CDC’sA respirator has better filtration, and if worn properly the whole time it is in use, can provide a higher level of protection than a cloth or procedural mask. A mask or respirator will be less effective if it fits poorly or if you wear it improperly or take it off frequently.
When riding on planes, buses, trains, or other forms of public transportation*, especially if it is for a long period of time on crowded conveyances. When physical distancing is not possible or when you are in crowded indoor or outdoor public settings.Note: The options listed on this page may be used to fulfill the requirements of CDC’s
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