Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) Updates

[ngl2010]

starlight1968sg\" post_id=\"1970871\" time=\"1586606565\" user_id=\"14025:

ngl2010\" post_id=\"1970869\" time=\"1586606366\" user_id=\"40978:

We are not using the reusable masks the govt gave. Is there a way we can donate them to FWs?

Can you donate to me, pls?

Sure. Can pm me your address?

[lee_yl]

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"1970891\" time=\"1586610614\" user_id=\"43981:

slmkhoo\" post_id=\"1970890\" time=\"1586610432\" user_id=\"28674:

[quote=MrsKiasu post_id=1970888 time=1586609815 user_id=43981]I haven't even got 1 mask out yet as I didn't manage to get the accessories for diy mask..only have thread and cloth.

I guess shops that sell sewing materials are considered non-essential! Because I do some odds and ends of sewing and mending, I usually have basic sewing materials at home. I'm just using fabric from my stash, and I had a couple of packs of elastic. Now that the instruction is to wear masks on public transport, I will make a few more for my girls as they will be out and about more once the circuit breaker period is over. One is supposed to start an internship (though date hasn't been fixed), and the other will be trying to get a job or volunteer for something.

I read that the dried wet tissues able to help as filter so I m using it with my cloth masks. You and dds may want to try.[/quote]For 2ply cloth masks, can also insert kitchen tissue towels as filter.

[starlight1968sg]

When I put on a mask, I am like breathless. When I remove the mask, the area of my face earlier covered by the mask is moist with sweat. Is this normal?

[MrsKiasu]

chenlaoshi\" post_id=\"1970896\" time=\"1586612759\" user_id=\"162894:

Useful article and video from ST:
https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/home-design/how-to-sew-a-cup-shaped-cloth-mask
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8RqCcXNuqE]

\"Stay home, Singapore. Let's make this circuit breaker work.\"
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XvTg-w4r9c]

The aunty who took this video is example of those who lack awareness and sense of urgency regarding the situation :slapshead:
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1370209876520090&id=173473276193762

thank you chenlaoshi for the face mask video

[lee_yl]

ngl2010\" post_id=\"1970897\" time=\"1586612997\" user_id=\"40978:

starlight1968sg\" post_id=\"1970871\" time=\"1586606565\" user_id=\"14025:

[quote=ngl2010 post_id=1970869 time=1586606366 user_id=40978]We are not using the reusable masks the govt gave. Is there a way we can donate them to FWs?

Can you donate to me, pls?

Sure. Can pm me your address?[/quote]I am not sure if the mask collected from Govt can still be donated due to hygiene concerns.
Maybe our Govt can advise on that, whether they allow masks in original packing to be donated to the FWs.

Heard that during the earlier round of masks distribution, around 50% of the masks went uncollected. Assume the same this time round, CCS should pass all uncollected masks to these FWs.

[MrsKiasu]

lee_yl\" post_id=\"1970898\" time=\"1586613329\" user_id=\"17023:

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"1970891\" time=\"1586610614\" user_id=\"43981:

[quote=slmkhoo post_id=1970890 time=1586610432 user_id=28674]
I guess shops that sell sewing materials are considered non-essential! Because I do some odds and ends of sewing and mending, I usually have basic sewing materials at home. I'm just using fabric from my stash, and I had a couple of packs of elastic. Now that the instruction is to wear masks on public transport, I will make a few more for my girls as they will be out and about more once the circuit breaker period is over. One is supposed to start an internship (though date hasn't been fixed), and the other will be trying to get a job or volunteer for something.

I read that the dried wet tissues able to help as filter so I m using it with my cloth masks. You and dds may want to try.

For 2ply cloth masks, can also insert kitchen tissue towels as filter.[/quote]kitchen towel and toilet tissue also useful I read..but wet tissues dont tear I find..anyways I just wear for short period usually and dont bother to change frequently.

[MrsKiasu]

starlight1968sg\" post_id=\"1970899\" time=\"1586613451\" user_id=\"14025:

When I put on a mask, I am like breathless. When I remove the mask, the area of my face earlier covered by the mask is moist with sweat. Is this normal?

when outside walking I take off, only when inside building when many people around I put on.

[starlight1968sg]

The qn is why so many masks uncollected?

[MrsKiasu]

today I walked out to buy milk. I was using the 2 ply mask from G…just cut half of the wet tissues that I left hanged dry earlier and put it on top of my mask before putting on to my face…actually can do without another insert on the cloth mask to hold the filter

[Estéema]

chenlaoshi\" post_id=\"1970896\" time=\"1586612759\" user_id=\"162894:

Useful article and video from ST:
https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/home-design/how-to-sew-a-cup-shaped-cloth-mask
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8RqCcXNuqE]

This gave me ano idea! I can use the many pkts of dry wipes I bought fr Japan on previous trip as 3rd layer of changeable filters! The Japanese wipes are very strong & sturdy even when wet, that’s why I bought alot for times when I don’t bring small towels with me