FAQs • Northeast Tri County Health District, WA • CivicEngage

Are there exemptions not to wear a face covering?: There are some exemptions to the Department of Health (DOH) face covering order, including people with certain disabilities or health conditions, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and children under the age of 2. (Officials encourage use of a face covering by children ages 3 to 5 if possible. Children 5 and older must wear a face covering.)

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COVID-19 - Face Coverings

1. Are there exemptions not to wear a face covering?: There are some exemptions to the Department of Health (DOH) face covering order, including people with certain disabilities or health conditions, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and children under the age of 2. (Officials encourage use of a face covering by children ages 3 to 5 if possible. Children 5 and older must wear a face covering.)