With viruses like Covid-19, flu and RSV circulating, experts fear that a ‘tripledemic’ may be on the way. These are the best masks and masking methods to use.
"The KN95 and N95 [masks] have a particulate filtration efficiency of 95% or above," Taubner explains.
But it's important to keep in mind that, depending on where you purchase your KN95 and N95 masks, you could be receiving less protection than you think, he says. But if you've visited a high-risk area, it's probably best to toss your mask after one use, he notes.
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