Early evidence suggests that Covid-19 could be air-borne, therefore, the US-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends greater use of face masks or face covers as a complementary measure to reduce the spread of community transmissions. Face masks or non-medical masks are different from surgical masks and N-95 respirators that are used by health care professionals and frontline workers. Although using N-95 masks would be ideal, other kinds of face masks or face covers have been recommended for the public and could be an affordable option, particularly for the weaker sections of society.