Around Quote by Theresa Tam
“If you can get a cotton material like a T-shirt, you cut it up, you fold it and put elastic bands around it - this is a non-medical facial covering.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: CBC Radio, 2020
Simple, reusable masks can be made from cotton by cutting, folding, and adding elastic.
In simple terms: DIY cotton masks are easy.
Make your own mask.
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Type
When to use this quote
- home crafting
- community health initiatives
- resource‑limited settings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the limits of DIY masks?
- How to improve fit and filtration?
Effectiveness varies without proper filtration.