What is the advice on the masks and gloves in the prevention of SARS?
Persons who are in close contact with a SARS patient should use an appropriate mask. Those who handle the body fluids of patient with SARS should also wear disposable gloves that should be discarded after use. Health workers should observe special care to protect themselves since they are at greater risk of getting the disease. Ordinary masks do not protect against SARS, but there are masks that provide about 95% protection. WHO recommends the N95 or the N100 masks. These masks are disposable and can be used for a period upto 8 hours after which they must be replaced with a fresh mask. Health care workers must wear a mask when in contact with a SARS patient or while handling the body fluids of the patient. Masks need to be worn only by those who are in close contact with a patient suspected of SARS. Others who are concerned about getting the disease because their work is likely to expose them to the risk of getting the disease should seek guidance from their employer on how to protect
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