However, the compulsory ruling strikes like a double-edged sword as the protective shield is now a threat to the environment because of indiscriminate disposal of face masks. “Social media is a suitable platform for raising awareness of the proper disposal of face masks,” she said. “The face masks can also be carried away to rivers and eventually the ocean,” he said. Kalithasan said people should opt for reusable three-layer cloth masks to reduce the number of disposal masks that were being thrown away. The ministry advises senior citizens aged 60 and above and those who suffer from chronic diseases to wear three-ply face masks.

Source: The Star August 27, 2020 00:56 UTC