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Homemade face masks need at least 2 layers to catch and block coronavirus droplets, study finds
A three-layer homemade mask is the ideal coverings, according to researchers at University of New S…
Julia Naftulin
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We asked 15 public health experts if homemade masks are a good idea to limit the spread of the coronavirus, and the results are mixed
We asked leading public health experts: "Would you recommend everyone wear homemade face masks to h…
Hilary Brueck
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Here are the instructions for a better-fitting homemade mask that can filter particles 2x better than cotton, created by three clothing designers
After testing everything from vacuum cleaning bags to commercial fabrics, Medoff, Pavlu, and Schemp…
Julie Bort
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A 'nanofiber' mask fabric manufactured in Oklahoma filters 9 times more tiny, potentially-dangerous particles than a bandana, independent tests show. Here's how you can buy it
Here's what you need to know about an Oklahoma company called Filti that's selling material for hom…
Julie Bort
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How to make an effective face mask at home
A 2013 study looked at the ability of homemade masks made from cotton t-shirt material to prevent t…
Kelly Burch
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Coronavirus outbreak: India issues advisory asking people to wear 'homemade face covers'
The number of COVID-19 cases in the country rose to 2,902 while the death toll increased to 68 on S…
PTI
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The CDC is recommending that people wear face coverings or cloth masks if they go out in public
"We have to look at is what is the main driver of this pandemic," World Health Organization Executi…
Hilary Brueck
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The WHO supports face shields as a tool to curb coronavirus spread, but warns that no face covering will stop the virus entirely
"Masks alone will not protect you, face shields alone will not protect you from infection," the WHO…
Hilary Brueck
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Widespread face mask use can prevent Covid-19 second wave: Study
London, June 10 (IANS) Widespread use of face masks combined with physical distancing and some lock…
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The CDC says healthcare workers who can't get a mask should use a bandana or scarf as a 'last resort' as supplies run short
The CDC's own guidelines acknowledge that a bandana or scarf tied around the face still isn't consi…
Gabby Landsverk
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Do bandanas work as masks? What you need to know about celebrities' pandemic accessory
Johnny Depp is among the celebrities partial to a scarf, including during the pandemic. But, fashio…
Gabby Landsverk
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Can homemade face masks help limit the spread of the coronavirus? Scientists can't agree, but here's what you need to know.
One 2015 study found that cloth masks only blocked 3% of particles, compared with medical masks (wh…
Gabby Landsverk,Hilary Brueck
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Here's exactly how well 20 materials for homemade masks — from folded bandanas to blue shop towels — can filter tiny, potentially-dangerous particles, according to an N95 testing company
A company that tests N95 masks has tested 20 common materials that people use to make homemade mask…
Julie Bort
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The CDC released a guide on how to make a face mask without sewing skills. Materials include a bandana, a coffee filter, and hair ties.
Another option is to cut a section of coffee filter and place it in the center of a bandana that's …
Gabby Landsverk
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Apps don face masks to promote healthy practices amid COVID-19
"Crowdera will be extending its support through offering its products and services worth almost US…
PTI
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Scientists identify best material for making homemade masks to prevent COVID-19 spread
While the use of face masks is widely recommended by public health officials during the COVID-19 p…
PTI
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WHO: Masks aren't a 'silver bullet' and can't stop the coronavirus pandemic alone
But first, he emphasized that medical masks "must be prioritized for health workers on the front li…