For months, scientists have been saying masks reduce transmission of COVID-19. They now think masks can also make the illness less severe. The reason is the barrier created by a mask likely limits the ...

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One common concern about cloth face masks is the level of filtration they provide. The fabric’s mesh is often too open to filter out smaller particles such as smoke, dust, or viruses. A popular ...

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues and cases remain worryingly pertinent in both Melbourne and other areas around Australia, face masks are quickly becoming the new norm. At the time of writing, ...

For a little bit of added protection against COVID-19, many people have begun adding filters to fabric face masks. In fact, many of the cloth masks available from small businesses and major retailers ...

When the scientific community made it clear that masks are the most effective way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, many of us discovered that we already owned one: a neck gaiter. Despite confusion ...

As governments around the world struggle to build up a supply of N95 masks for healthcare workers—navigating price gouging, counterfeit respirators, scammers, and fierce competition from other ...

Which filter inserts for masks are best? Cloth masks typically are the most affordable options for staying healthy and safe in crowded public settings because you can wash them and repeatedly wear ...