Masking Demo with Trinity Health Chief of Staff Jeffrey Sather, MD

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Trinity Health Chief of Staff Jeffrey Sather, MD, shows the proper way to don, doff, and wear homemade and surgical masks.

Before donning mask, wash or sanitize your hands. Wash with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If using hand sanitizer, make sure to let the sanitizer dry completely.
Put mask on so that it fits snugly but comfortably against the side of your face. Your nose, mouth, and chin should be covered.
Do not touch your face mask and avoid wearing it anywhere besides your face (i.e. around your neck).
Before doffing mask, wash or sanitize your hands.
Remove face mask by straps or ties. If using a cloth mask, place the mask in a paper bag for storage. If using a surgical mask, dispose of the mask appropriately.
Wash or sanitize hands.

Washing Your Cloth Mask

According to the CDC, a washing machine will suffice in cleaning a cloth face covering. Wash in hot water and tumble dry on high heat. Trinity Health recommends laundering masks at home daily.