 I am Dr. Gemma Sherry and I am here to give some tips to help you with the proper use of your homemade mask. Face mask help reduce the spread of infectious diseases. When wearing a mask and using it as recommended, you are at less risk of contracting or spreading viruses. When wearing a mask, ensure that it is clean. Wearing a mask that has been washed reduces your chances of being exposed to infection. Wash or sanitize your hands before putting on your mask and before removing your mask as well as after taking it off. Do not share your mask with others. Your mask should not be taken away from your face and given to others for their use. This contributes to possible spread of infections. Place your used cloth mask into a resealable bag if you do not plan to wash it right away. This prevents spreading any virus to other objects or surfaces. Wash cloth masks with soap and water and put to dry in sunlight allowing it to dry thoroughly. Face masks should not be placed on young children under two years of age. Anyone who has trouble breathing or is unconscious or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. So bear in mind that masks are effective in preventing viruses from spreading but they are only one tool in preventing and controlling infections. So remember to daily practice the required hand hygiene, cough and sneeze etiquette and physical distancing. These actions in combination make a big difference in reducing infections.