Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, N95 masks have turned into a regular necessity. These masks are specifically designed to eliminate 95% of airborne particles, which include viruses and bacteria.

In fight against novel coronavirus, the researchers have developed a reusable silicone rubber face mask with an N95 filter, which they believe could stop viral particles. According to the study ...

A production method for a novel fabric that integrates with existing mass production methods, promises an economical way to make reusable medical masks and other protective gear that can be ...

As the highly contagious Omicron variant of COVID-19 makes its way through the country, there’s no better time to upgrade your face mask. For the past two years, health experts and the U.S ...

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Covid-19 broke out in Hong Kong in January; Hongkongers are now getting free masks from the government. Well, it’s a bit late for that. Firstly, it is believed that in Hong Kong the epidemic has ...

Should we be wearing a face mask when we leave the house? Two doctors answer our coronavirus questions. When you leave the house, what do you tick off your list? Phone – check. Keys – check.

How often should you wash a reusable face mask? And what’s the best way to store face coverings? We asked a laundry expert to explain how to keep our masks safe and ready for use. On top of the ...

This week marks five years since March 13, 2020, the day President Donald Trump declared a national state of emergency over the novel coronavirus outbreak. The White House issued the President's ...

Masks covering the nose and mouth were intended to protect against coronavirus infection during the COVID-19 pandemic. How effective they were in various situations was not always clear ...