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Tell us about masks

Is/was wearing a mask in public required in your community during the COVID-19 outbreak?

• Yes‚ it is currently required.
• It was required‚ but it is not anymore.
• No‚ wearing masks was never required.

If it is required, are you following the recommendation? Yes No

How important is it to you to wear a mask? Very Somewhat Not at all

How important is it to you for OTHERS to wear a mask? Very Somewhat Not at all

Where do you wear a mask?

• In my home
• At my work
• When I go shopping
• When with friends‚ inside
• When with friends‚ outside
• When visiting older family members
• I don't wear a mask‚ ever.

If you aren’t wearing a mask, why not?

• I don't trust the government
• I cannot find masks
• Masks are too expensive
• Masks are not comfortable
• It is embarrassing to wear a mask
• I can't find fabric to make my own
• My friends and family do not wear masks
• I am concerned about how I look
• I can't engage in physical activities‚ like sports‚ when wearing one

How do you feel when you wear a mask? Uncomfortable Comfortable Stigmatized Protected I don't wear masks

What type of masks are available to you? (select all that apply)

• Homemade fabric masks
• Surgical masks
• N95 respirator masks
• Face shields
• There are no masks available

If you have a mask, how do you take care of it?

• I wash it
• I throw it away
• I don't do anything

If you have a mask, how did you get it?

• Family member or friend
• I made it myself
• I purchased it myself
• I don't have a mask

Do your friends wear masks? Yes No

What is your highest education level? No School Primary School Secondary School College Graduate Post-graduate degree

Do you live in an urban or rural community? Urban Rural

What is your gender? Male Female Other

What is your age? Under 18 18-24 25-29 30-34 35+