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In reply to the discussion: How different masks protect against Covid-19, and its delta and lambda variants [View all]Same as for mask. Mask not perfect.
My observation is 70% of the population uses improvized fashion masks. So the N95 KN95 argument is moot. Most people who wear mask don't wear proper ones. The inventory is out there now so there's no excuse to not get an approved mask.
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How different masks protect against Covid-19, and its delta and lambda variants [View all]
MisterNiceKitty
Aug 2021
OP
now it's misinformation about two issues that both have been proven to work
MisterNiceKitty
Aug 2021
#31
I have seen mask extenders that hook to the ear loops and go around the back of your head.
Arkansas Granny
Aug 2021
#13
The N95 requires fit testing to know you have the right size. Also, with N95 you
mucifer
Aug 2021
#40
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
I wear NIOSH approved N95 masks (however, they are not FDA approved for medical use).
LuckyCharms
Aug 2021
#7
I have cloth masks with pockets in which I insert the common 3-ply surgical masks.
Lonestarblue
Aug 2021
#26