Share on Pinterest New research examines the protection offered by fit-tested N95 masks against airborne particles. John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Healthcare workers rely on N95 ...

According to the CDC, when worn consistently, well-fitting respirators approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health — including N95s — “provide the highest level of protection ...

In a recent study published in The American Journal of Medicine, researchers assessed 3D printed masks as an alternative to N95 respirators. Study: Face Off: 3D Printed Masks as a Cost-Effective and ...

The CDC guidelines are clear: while a cloth mask is sufficient for viruses like Covid-19, they are not a substitution for personal protective equipment (PPE). However, even if you are wearing the ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Covering N95 filtering facepiece respirators with a face mask can cause respirator leaking and failure, ...

After two long years, we're finally seeing some light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to COVID-19, with some states and doctors setting their sights on the endemic phase. We’re still living in ...

A simple modification to a surgical mask using rubber bands can improve its protective seal against particle exposure to the level of an N95 respirator, a study suggests. Throughout the COVID-19 ...

Without mask mandates, some people may be wondering if there is any benefit to wearing a face mask among unmasked people. Experts say you can still protect yourself wearing a mask as long as you pick ...

The detection of new COVID-19 variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 in several states of India has resulted in an increase in active cases for the country. Preventative healthcare professionals are strongly ...