Why double-masking or knotting your mask is actually a good idea

New research suggests wearing two masks at once can better protect the wearer and those around them from Covid-19 infection. Here's how to master the double-masking and knotting techniques

Should you wear two masks out in public? A recent study by the CDC in the US suggests it could better protect you during the Covid-19 pandemic.

If you’ve ever wondered if you should be wearing two face masks to protect yourself during the pandemic, it turns out your instincts might have been correct.

New research from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows ‘double-masking’ can significantly improve protection, blocking 92.5% of potentially infectious particles from escaping by creating a tighter fit and eliminating leakage.