At the moment, the CDC website recommends that people wear a face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting. This is to protect people around you if you are infected but do not have symptoms.

Recently, the director of the CDC, Dr. Robert Redfield has publicly stated the point that wearing a mask is an additional layer of protection for those who have to go out, it's an additional step you can take — on top of washing your hands and avoiding gatherings.

At the end of the day, the decision we make needs to be based on our own needs and our family's needs, of safety and security.