Seattle startup’s FDA-approved, virus-neutralizing mask lands on Amazon

The virus-fighting startup Singletto has U.S. Department of Defense support, closed a $10 million round, and is selling its pathogen-killing face masks on Amazon.

Japan researchers show masks do block coronavirus, but not perfectly

Japanese researchers showed that masks can offer protection from airborne coronavirus particles, but even professional-grade coverings can't eliminate contagion risk entirely.

Covid experts advise wearing masks again just three years after pandemic ended

Swiss Covid experts are saying members of the public should start wearing face masks again, just three years after the Covid-19 pandemic officially ended. It comes as Covid cases continue to rise in ...

UK Covid spike sees hospitals bring back compulsory face masks

The NHS Trust says the alert and new facemask ruling comes due to "a recent increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in our hospitals." ...
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Here’s How To Avoid Contracting Norovirus on a Cruise and Why It Is So Common

If you are a fan of sailing on cruise ships for vacation, you will want to pay attention to this story. Why is Norovirus so common on cruises?

Coronavirus expert advises wearing face masks again

Swiss Covid experts have advised that members of the public should start wearing face masks again just three years after the Covid-19 pandemic officially ended ...
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Two UK hospitals bring back compulsory face masks as Covid cases surge

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust (SaTH) in Shropshire announced it would implement the measure at sections of the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Telford's Princess Royal Hospital ...

Brazil artist paints masks for those who want to show their face

Jorge Roriz, 65, used to create the magical world of Rio de Janeiro's Carnival with its colorful costumes and fantastic floats.

Epidemiologist suggests people wear Covid face masks again

An epidemiologist has urged vulnerable members of the public to start wearing face masks again as Covid cases continue to rise in the UK ...

How the masks you disposed of during Covid are now becoming an environmental disaster

Masks were critical in fighting Covid-19, but billions of them are now causing an environmental crisis. Studies show discarded masks are releasing microplastics and toxic chemicals like bisphenol B ...

Covid Stratus warning with full list of symptoms from unusual throat pain to change in voice

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has said that the XFG, known as Stratus, and NB.1.8.1, known as Nimbus, are now the most common variants in the UK - these are the most common symptoms to watch o ...
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New Covid strains and flu surge up to 70% in a week – as experts warn of winter ‘quademic’

EXPERTS have urged Brits to protect themselves with "simple steps" as infections of new Covid strains and flu surge. The number of flu cases almost doubled in a week - reflecting a 70 per cent ...