When you wear a mask in the fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19), you protect others around you by keeping your exhalations, known as aerosols, and many of the potentially infectious particles ...

Double-masking has become a way to add extra protection against the novel coronavirus. But a new study says that it only works if both masks fit properly. Here’s how to check.

Therefore, your mask needs to fit your face shape. Double masking with improperly fitted masks does not protect you from Covid-19 infection. About Careers Internship MedBlog Contact us ...

The fit of your face mask has a lot to do with how effective it is — the tighter the better for filtering your breath and keeping others safe from viral particles, including those of COVID-19.

Yes, you should be wearing a mask — probably two — health experts say. It isn’t enough to just strap some cloth on your face, however. Fit and fabric are both important for the best ...

What states require face masks in public: Kansas, Ohio, Texas join growing list of states where it's mandatory Fact check: Ear loop masks, homemade cloth masks, offer protection against COVID-19 ...

We put six popular face mask styles to the test to find out which one offers the best fit, comfort, and breathability for travelers. Whether you're flying, road-tripping, or sightseeing, this showdown ...

If it doesn't fit right, it's likely to slip down below your nose and let lots of exposure to outside air on the sides of your face. So venture forth and put this face mask hack to good use for ...

Engineers develop sensors for face masks that help gauge fit System measures biological and environmental changes, and detects contact between the mask and the wearer's skin ...

While it's still important to wear a face mask in many situations, that mask won't be fully effective if it doesn't fit properly. That's why a team at MIT has designed a device to assess how well ...