But choosing which type to use might seem tricky — you could ... Medical-grade disposable face masks (often called surgical masks or medical procedure masks) are regulated by the U.S. Food ...

It’s been just about five years since the coronavirus pandemic turned our world upside down. Surely, people have created ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says healthcare workers should use homemade masks as ... guidelines for making an effective face mask if surgical masks and N95 masks were ...

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A 2013 study found that surgical masks were about three times as effective at blocking influenza aerosols as homemade face masks. (That was true, at least, when air flow was slower than a cough ...

Fewer people wear face masks than during the Covid-19 pandemic, but they’re still great personal protective equipment to keep at home. They can help prevent illness and protect the people ...

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Hospital bosses have urged patients, staff and visitors to wear surgical face masks to combat a surge in flu cases. A ...

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The ruling means that all staff, patients and visitors have to wear surgical face masks in inpatient areas from today ...

Single-strap paper dust and surgical masks do not adequately protect from wildfire smoke. The most effective protection remains to stay indoors and limit outdoor activity during smoky conditions.