[stormin48061]

A proper mask will protect you from catching the virus thru the mouth and nose and this is a N95 mask (or higher, like N99 or nanomask) as it filters micron particles. It has the proper fabric/material to do this (spun PP). CDC doesn't want the public to wear them cuz it will cause short supply and is overkill. Social distancing and hygiene is the best method. Just stay away from ppl. Unfortunately we need to eat and going to the grocery store, you meet ppl. The bich is that we have s**theads and yay whoos out here that dont' really care about other ppl. I'm ok if you don't care, just don't act like a dork and go trying to talk to ppl or spit or sneeze without covering up, that is just rude. I know it's a free country but we still have decorum and a sense of politeness in public. Enuf of that soapbox. For compromised immune systems, i wouldn't take a chance, i'd wear a n95. If you don't have a compromised system a simple surgical mask will prevent you from spreading it. Get the 4 ply mask, not the cheapie 2 ply at the dollar store or 3 play at Menards. The best bet is to be smart and stay away from crowds, especially crowds indoors. BTW the interesting part is if you look up the 3M made N95 mask, it actually says "not for medical use" WTF?