Men's beards could render face masks useless, health authorities warn — one surprisingly comprehensive graphic reveals why 'walrus' is fine but 'mutton chops' won't do

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• Sales of medical face masks are spiking around the world amid an outbreak of a new type of coronavirus, although experts say they're not the most effective form of protection.
• A graphic from the CDC helps explains which facial hairstyle allows the masks to be more effective — and it's very thorough.
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The demand for face masks is skyrocketing amid the global coronavirus outbreak.

But according to health experts, most members of the public use their medical masks wrong. Often, people will touch their facemask to adjust it or take it off, rendering its germ-blocking potential ineffective.

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