This is how you should be storing your face masks

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By now we know the basic rules for wearing face masks, like making sure they fit over your nose and mouth. But what about when we're not using them? Reporter Kelsey Borresen asked experts about the proper way to store face masks. (Admittedly, I've been doing this all wrong.)

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And just so we're all on the same page about face coverings, here are a few more pieces with useful info about masking:

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Wishing you a healthy and happy week!

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