7 Signs You Need
a New Face Mask In the following instances, it's best to replace
your disposable mask or wash your cloth mask. 1. You touched your mask after touching
a surface that might be contaminated 2. You wore the
mask while you had
COVID-19 symptoms 3. Your mask doesn't properly cover your mouth and nose 4. You touched your mask
after coughing or sneezing 5. You recently took care
of someone who was sick 6. Your mask is ripped or torn 7. Your mask is only made
out of one layer of material The CDC states that masks should
be made out of multiple layers
in order to protect yourself and others.