SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The omicron surge has caused the CDC to finally update its mask guidance late last week, indicating a clear preference for the level of protection offered by N95 and KN95 masks.

With so many fabrics and styles out there, the question, "How do I know if my mask is effective?" is on many people's minds. Masks—and the many myths people believe about them—have come to dominate ...

Researchers have tested a variety of popular hacks for improving the fit of KN95 and surgical masks, and found that while some hacks do improve fit, they can also come at the cost of the wearer’s ...

UPDATE: According to a Feb. 18 email from a university spokesperson, the recalled Makena Electronic masks were confirmed to be effective. The masks have been placed back into circulation. “We have ...

In a recent study published in the Matter journal, researchers demonstrated the detection of respiratory infectious diseases using bioelectronic masks. Study: Wearable bioelectronic masks for wireless ...

The Dori Monson Show is on KIRO Newsradio (weekdays Noon-3). These two guys would have been a hoot in your high school chemistry class. From a driveway in the Snoqualmie Valley, buddies Jeff Kissick ...

Torii Station, Japan – The U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa Safety Office conducted annual fit mask testing for Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) personnel this month to ensure compliance with Army safety ...

Researchers have tested a variety of popular hacks for improving the fit of KN95 and surgical masks, and found that while some hacks do improve fit, they can also come at the cost of the wearer's ...