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nhs24.com provides comprehensive up-to-date health information and self care advice for people in Scotland.
It is unlikely that wearing a mask will prevent you from becoming infected with swine flu.
Masks can help to prevent people who have swine flu from passing it on to other people.
Some health staff and other workers may be advised to wear mask in certain situations.