At the end of July, the CDC made new mask recommendations for mask wearing because lots more people were getting infected, going to the hospital, and dying from COVID-19. In general, they are saying ...

Here’s the thing: Experts have confirmed that the Omicron variant spreads more easily than the original COVID-19 virus, so it’s more important than ever to wear a protective face mask (we care about ...

While COVID-19 hospitalizations have plateaued and masking mandates are not currently in effect, the spread of a new Pirola variant is bringing up concerns about whether masking may be a safe option ...

What Is an N95 Mask? According to the CDC, an N95 respirator (that’s the official term—respirator, not mask), is “a type of respirator which removes particles from the air that are breathed through it ...

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has changed its mask guidelines to recommend that people "wear the most protective mask you can that fits well and that you will wear consistently." ...

NBC Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. Fewer people wear face masks than during the Covid-19 ...

Just when it seemed that four years since the pandemic had been long enough to be rid of the COVID-19 virus, a new variant called ‘FLiRT’ has shown up just in time for summer. Now, some are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Face masks are no longer required in most indoor public spaces, but the rise of highly infectious ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Doctors say any mask is better than no mask, but cloth masks may not be getting the job done well enough against omicron. As cases surge, many are turning to N95 or KN95 masks ...

At the end of July, the CDC made new mask recommendations for mask wearing because lots more people were getting infected, going to the hospital, and dying from COVID-19. In general, they are saying ...