PUTRAJAYA, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The public is advised to wear N95 face masks if they need to engage in outdoor activities during the haze, due to their ability to filter fine particles sized 2.5 microns (PM2.5) that can enter the respiratory system and harm health.
General : Haze:wear N95 Face Mask If Need To Engage In Outdoor Activities - MOH
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MOH advises wearing N95 masks for outdoor activities during haze, as they filter PM2.5 particles.
- N95 masks are recommended to filter harmful PM2.5 particles during haze.
- Three-ply masks can offer limited protection if N95 masks are unavailable.
- Avoid outdoor activities when API exceeds 100 for better health protection.
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