These disposable masks, often known as surgical masks, are loose-fitting and disposable. They're designed to keep the wearer safe from germ-infested drips and sprays. When the wearer breathes in, a medical mask filters out big particles in the air. Knot the ear loops where they join to the mask to make medical masks more form-fitting. Medical masks are important tools for preventing the spread of illness. They can help prevent people who are not sick themselves from spreading illness to others. Medical masks are also useful when there is no vaccine available or when vaccines need to be administered in a way that does not cause illness. There are different types of medical masks. Disposable medical masks are often made of cotton and contain holes for breathing. These masks should not be washed with soap and should be discarded after one use. Reusable medical masks are also called face masks. These masks do not have holes for breathing but rather are attached to the head using straps or elastic bands. These masks should be cleaned regularly with an alcohol-based cleaner to remove bacteria that may have accumulated over time. Masks are used by doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers when treating patients with infectious diseases such as influenza and measles. Medical masks are also used by people without health issues who want to protect others from getting sick. For example, parents might wear a medical mask when visiting hospitals with young children to prevent the spread of illness. Medical masks are important in keeping us healthy.