Controversy has erupted over whether it’s safe to construct a homemade mask out of a vacuum bag to fight the spread of the new coronavirus. The Oregonian/OregonLive was among the media that reported ...

Using vacuum cleaner bags in DIY masks could protect the wearer from the COVID-19, according to a study. Public health bodies including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) advise the public to ...

You have probably become used to wearing a face mask in public. And you probably wear a fabric one, as we’ve been urged to save N95, FFP3, and other “clinical grade” masks for healthcare workers. This ...

Two studies looked at which materials are best for homemade masks. What makes a better face covering to guard against COVID-19 transmission, a T-shirt or a scarf? Is it safe to use a vacuum cleaner ...

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