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Mask seem to be like condoms. Throck Aug 2021 #1
Like masks, when condoms are used properly Mortos Aug 2021 #23
98% is 98% Throck Aug 2021 #30
now it's misinformation about two issues that both have been proven to work MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #31
I've been using the KN95 masks for some time now. Arkansas Granny Aug 2021 #2
I find I do have trouble breathing in those sometimes MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #9
I have seen mask extenders that hook to the ear loops and go around the back of your head. Arkansas Granny Aug 2021 #13
thanks - I did find the N95 on Amazon MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #16
Where on Amazon? In the spring, wnylib Aug 2021 #20
I would caution they are expensive in some cases MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #32
N95s appear to be back in stock at Home Depot Klaralven Aug 2021 #43
Thanks. I found a substitute for wnylib Aug 2021 #39
That's another difference ... aggiesal Aug 2021 #15
The N95 requires fit testing to know you have the right size. Also, with N95 you mucifer Aug 2021 #40
I ordered a box of N95 masks. northoftheborder Aug 2021 #3
Many companies are making N95 masks now, Try a different brand. HUAJIAO Aug 2021 #14
Got my N95 at Home Depot KS Toronado Aug 2021 #19
thanks! MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #33
N95s are easy to get now - Amazon has them. Ocelot II Aug 2021 #4
+1 MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #10
The 'blue medical masks" offer very little protection for the wearer, but WILL help protect HUAJIAO Aug 2021 #17
For them to operate properly, there is a simple fitting and testing routine that you need to follow. Chainfire Aug 2021 #5
Takes more like 10 or 15 minutes if you start with the right size. mucifer Aug 2021 #41
Good info. Thanks, MisterNiceKitty! calimary Aug 2021 #6
Ditto! n/t iluvtennis Aug 2021 #8
you're welcome calimarry and iluvtennis MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #11
I wear NIOSH approved N95 masks (however, they are not FDA approved for medical use). LuckyCharms Aug 2021 #7
thank you MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #12
My pleasure! Stay safe, we'll get through. n/t LuckyCharms Aug 2021 #22
Thanks & yes indeed MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #34
I use two sided tape.... SergeStorms Aug 2021 #18
Great idea with the tape... LuckyCharms Aug 2021 #24
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I've been using cotton cloth. OneCrazyDiamond Aug 2021 #25
I two-ply when I need to go cotton cadoman Aug 2021 #28
I have cloth masks with pockets in which I insert the common 3-ply surgical masks. Lonestarblue Aug 2021 #26
Just picked up a box of N95 masks at Costco yesterday.... Hekate Aug 2021 #27
If you want a comfortable mask that won't fog your glasses MoonlitKnight Aug 2021 #29
Thank you for this. LuckyCharms Aug 2021 #35
that's interesting... MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #36
Link to CDC's list of NIOSH-approved N95's. moondust Aug 2021 #37
+1 MisterNiceKitty Aug 2021 #38
I am fully vaccinated. I never stopped wearing a K95 when entering any store. With the rise retread Aug 2021 #42
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