‘Mask Fishing’ of TikTok’s Psychological Impact; Are People More Attractive With a Mask On?

Medicine & Technology Jun 26, 2024

Explore the psychological impact of 'mask fishing' on TikTok. Are people more attractive with a mask on? Discover the trends and implications of this phenomenon. Read more!

Face Mask with Sensor Can Detect COVID-19 and Flu in 10 Minutes

Sep 21, 2022

Researchers from China developed a new face mask that can detect the virus in 10 minutes. Keep on reading to get in-depth information about the new mask.

Face Masks, Isolation Gowns, Rubber Gloves Found to Have Essential Use As Concrete Additive

Aug 26, 2022

Researchers demonstrated the possibility of recycling PPEs like face masks, among others. How can these contribute to concrete structures? Read to find out.

Mask Innovation Challenge Aims to Find Face Covering With Unique Design, Better Fit, High Filtration Efficacy

May 20, 2022

The ‘Mask Innovation Challenge aims to promote an enhanced face covering for better protection against COVID-19. Know more about the competition here.

Pantyhose as COVID-19 Protection? Study Reveals How It Helps Shield Users from the Virus More Effectively

Feb 04, 2022

After testing various methods "to make masks seal" better and more effectively around the face, researchers discovered that a pair of hosiery can do the trick best of providing protection against COVID-19 and other viral infections.

Cloth, Surgical Face Coverings Recommended to Be Upgraded Into N95 Mask That Can Be Decontaminated for 25x

Jan 11, 2022

Some experts urge the public to upgrade cloth and surgical masks to N95 masks that are much more protective, although a shortage of supplies remains a concern.

How Mandatory Wearing of Face Masks Makes a Deaf Man Feel Isolated?

Dec 22, 2021

Brad Kirby, a law enforcer from North Carolina, expressed his experiences and concerns regarding mandatory face masks on people with hearing disability.

Overburdened Hospitals Pushed Larimer County to Regulate Face Mask Indoors Starting Wednesday

Oct 16, 2021

Larimer County announced that face masks would be strictly required when in indoor public areas to help the hospital system bounce back, effective Wednesday

Disposable Masks Bring More Microplastics to the Planet's Oceans

Oct 07, 2021

A new study shows that discarded face masks bring microplastic pollution to oceans.

DIY Homemade Facemask: How to Make One That is Effective Against COVID-19

Sep 15, 2021

A new study recommended the right materials that can be used to craft a homemade facemask against coronavirus aerosol transmission.

Face Mask for Protection Against COVID-19: How Effective Are Nanofibers In Terms of Filtration Efficacy, Shield from the Virus?

Sep 08, 2021

Scientists have recently studied the use of face masks, as well as the efficacy of those that are made with nanofibers. They found that masks made with the material need further improvement for better efficacy.

New Copper-Infused Face Mask Developed to Improve Protection for Tourism Frontliners, Entire Hospitality Industry

Aug 11, 2021

A new face mask with copper properties was developed specifically to hospitality and tourism industry by the experts from West Virginia University.

United States Affected by Coronavirus Delta Variant, Experts Advices COVID-19 Vaccine for Protection

Jul 01, 2021

Recent updates report 50 states, including Washington DC, are already infected with the COVID-19 delta variant. Experts recommend that people get vaccinated for protection against the virus.

Post-COVID-19 Vaccination: How to Know If You Need to Mask Up After Getting Fully Vaccinated

May 18, 2021

As post-COVID-19 vaccination result, people who have been fully vaccinated against the virus don't need to mask up anymore. They do not need to stay six feet away from others.

New CDC Guidelines Lift Mask Mandates, Allows Fully Vaccinated Not to Wear Mask

May 15, 2021

A recent study by the CDC confirms that fully vaccinated people are not required to wear a mask. This lifts the mask mandate and further proves the effectiveness of vaccines, specifically from Pfizer and Moderna.