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- Some face masks can be used by infectious patients to diminish the number of TB bacilli propagated into the air.
- However, the use of face masks should not take the place of educating TB patients on effective cough hygiene.
- The use of personal respiratory protection should be part of a program that includes training of health care workers on personal protection, the selection of appropriate well- fitting respirators, and training of patients on respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette.
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