Are face masks recommended?
The CDC is not recommending face masks for prevention in community and home settings or for workers in non-health care occupational settings. Those who choose to use face masks do so at their own discretion. Face masks help stop droplets from being spread by the person wearing them, so the use of surgical masks for persons with flu is an option to cover their mouth and nose in the event they have to leave their room to seek medical care or other necessities.
