Would masks made by Quebec artisans be useful for my weekly errands?

Good evening ma'am,

Yes, but it will be mostly to protect others if you cough. Indeed, this type of mask is not tight enough to adequately protect you.

So, if you are coughing and absolutely must go outside (or simply want to protect others), wearing a homemade mask may be encouraged. Note that you need a technique to put it on your face and take it off, pulling the elastics behind your ears to avoid touching the fabric covering your mouth directly with your fingers.

*Other important tips: wash your hands well before and after putting on the mask, fit it properly, don't share it, don't touch it and your eyes, and when you come back from errands, put it in a bag, or directly in the wash.

Good evening,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist