Why are people choosing to wear or not wear face masks under level 2 in Christchurch? But a key theme that emerged early on was the importance of prevention and hygiene, such as hand washing, to help stop spread. The public health expert and senior lecturer says gloves are great when cleaning or caring for a sick person. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that for the general public, wearing gloves is not necessary in most situations, like running errands. “CDC recommends wearing gloves when you are cleaning or caring for someone who is sick,” its website states.

Source: Stuff August 22, 2020 06:55 UTC