BFHD recommends wearing a mask while you’re out

KENNEWICK, Wash. - Stay in place. Maintain your space. Cover your face. This is the new motto for the Benton Franklin Health Distric.

Washing your hands, physical distancing, and staying home are still the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but masks could help. Health District officials are encouraging you to wear a mask when you're outside.

A new graphic was developed to show you several types of face coverings that can be used to comply with this recommendation. You can download a copy from our here.https://www.bfhd.wa.gov/UserFiles/Servers/Server_10765972/File/Education/BFHD%20Cover%20Your%20Face%20Graphic.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3Mi2DMLbXUuQPpZDLUGsTzx77L1FOhw0fDP4bTfhfd6yK3olD6j8jfi50