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Monza Medical
“Protecting Your Workforce with PPE in the Second or Third Wave of Coronavirus”
7 December 2020

FastLifeHacks
“N95 vs KN95 vs FFP masks for Coronavirus – what’s the difference?”
14 June 2020

  • Our comment:

    This is a very fascinating in-depth blog article on different types of mask.

NEWS STORIES ABOUT FACE MASKS

Here are some interesting news articles to read about protection against Coronavirus…

The Guardian

“You’re Already Wearing a Mask – Now Consider a Face Shield & Goggles”
1 August 2020

To view article, click here: www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/aug/01/face-shields-goggles-eye-protection-coronavirus

  • Our summary:

    Dr Anthony Fauci, one of the world's leading experts on infectious diseases, recommends that we wear a face shield or goggles to achieve “perfect protection”.

Science Alert
“The Best and Worst Face Masks For COVID-19, Ranked by Their Level of Protection”
16 July 2020

To view article, click here: www.sciencealert.com/some-masks-are-better-than-others-here-they-are-ranked-best-to-worst

  • Our summary:

    Here we learn that the science is clear, that face masks can prevent coronavirus transmission & save lives.

BBC News
“Coronavirus - 'Deadly masks' claims debunked”
20 June 2020

To view article, click here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/53108405

  • Our summary:

    Face masks definitely do not cause harmful CO2 exposure or shortage of oxygen.

The Guardian
“Coronavirus - What kind of face mask gives the best protection against Covid-19?”
20 June 2020

To view article, click here: www.theguardian.com/world/2020/jun/21/coronavirus-what-kind-of-face-mask-gives-the-best-protection-against-covid-19

  • Our summary:

    This article focuses on fabric face coverings, without any evidence on how they protect us from Coronavirus (0.12 micron). Regarding their concerns, we can freely source & supply respirators at fair prices, which are reusable for up to 40 hours in total, so they reduce landfill & are good for the environment.

Science Daily
“Face masks critical in preventing spread of Covid-19”
12 June 2020

To view article, click here: www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/06/200612172200.htm

  • Our summary:

    A study has found that wearing a face mask dramatically decreases a person's chances of being infected by Coronavirus.

Science Focus Magazine
“Face mask use needed to ‘prevent Covid-19 second wave”
10 June 2020

To view article, click here: www.sciencefocus.com/news/face-mask-use-needed-to-prevent-covid-19-second-wave/

  • Our summary:

    According to a study from the universities of Cambridge & Greenwich, the widespread use of face masks keeps the Coronavirus ‘R’ number below 1.0 & prevents further waves.

Sky News
“Coronavirus - Can face coverings really protect you?”
10 June 2020

To view article, click here: https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-can-face-masks-really-protect-you-11931121

  • Our summary:

    A report in ‘The Lancet’ from studies in 16 countries found that, by wearing a face mask, there is only a 3% chance of catching Covid-19.

Healthline
“What Is the Best Type of Face Mask for You?”
6 May 2020

To view article, click here: www.healthline.com/health/best-face-mask-2

  • Our summary:

    We learn here that health agencies including CDC now encourage all people to wear face masks when out in public. Respirator masks are made of tangled fibres. These are highly effective at filtering out viruses or harmful bacteria in the air (pathogens).

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