The Patriots may not be playing in the Super Bowl, but their team plane is still headed to Tampa. The “AirKraft” will be transporting 76 health care workers to Sunday’s game, as part of an all-expenses-paid trip from Patriots owner Robert Kraft. The workers, who were all vaccinated for COVID-19 […]
Masks
Are KN95 Masks Effective? What to Know
Share on PinterestKN95 masks have become more popular as N95 masks are difficult to obtain. Credit Image: xavierarnau/Getty Images A new report finds that the popular KN95 masks are not as effective as N95 masks that have been in short supply. However, KN95 masks may have uses outside of high […]
Trump’s Positive COVID-19 Test Shows the Need for Masks, Distancing
Share on PinterestPresident Donald Trump drove by supporters outside Walter Reed Hospital on Sunday before being released on Monday evening. Alex Edelman / Getty Images President Donald Trump is among at least 30 people in the White House circle who have tested positive for COVID-19 since Wednesday. Experts say the […]
Why Plastic Face Shields Aren’t a Safe Alternative to Cloth Masks
Share on PinterestPlastic face shields can provide additional protection from COVID-19, but experts say they should only be used as a supplement to cloth face coverings, not in lieu of them. Getty Images Face masks remain at the core of the CDC’s recommendations for protecting yourself and others against COVID-19. […]
How to Make Safer Homemade Face Masks
Share on PinterestExperts are learning the best way to make a homemade facial covering. Getty Images Masks can prevent the spread of COVID-19, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). According to a new observational study, face masks with up to three layers of material are much more […]
The Simple Science Behind Why Masks Work
Share on PinterestA growing amount of evidence shows us why wearing face masks is one of the most effective things we can do to stop the spread of COVID-19. Getty Images The CDC continues to advise wearing face masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Masks work by creating a […]
How to Talk to Kids About Wearing Masks
Share on PinterestExperts say modeling good mask behavior is one way to get your kids more excited about doing the same. Getty Images Medical experts recommend wearing masks to slow the spread of COVID-19, alongside social or physical distancing and handwashing. Children of all ages are more likely to embrace […]
How COVID-19 Masks Make It Hard for People with Hearing Difficulties
Share on PinterestClear face masks and sign language can help people with hearing difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic. Getty Images Facial coverings worn during the COVID-19 pandemic make communication more difficult for people with hearing impairments. People with hearing difficulties have trouble reading lips and recognizing facial expressions with masks […]
Businesses Requiring Masks Protects Workers and You from COVID-19
Share on PinterestMedical experts applaud the efforts of a growing number of chains that are requiring people to wear masks while inside their business. Getty Images A growing number of businesses are putting into place policies requiring the use of face masks. This movement is in response to a call […]
Here’s What It Will Take to Normalize Wearing Masks in America
Share on PinterestExperts say consistent messaging from community and political leaders as well as continued public education about COVID-19 are key factors in the effort to normalize wearing masks in America. Getty Images As America works to implement public safety measures such as wearing masks and physical distancing to slow […]