There’s a new hope for a more effective treatment for Covid-19, after a team of US and French scientists identified a drug that is more effective in treating th... more
Masks work by reducing the spread of droplets. That means if you remove your mask by the cloth covering, instead of the ear loops or ties, you're getting potent... more
Which are manufactured in Los Angeles. They're pleated for greater range of motion when you talk, and they're also made from 100 percent cotton (with a cotton-p... more
An LA-based company that makes devastatingly cute, small tech gifts and accessories. (I am particularly fond of this silicone boba AirPods case, and my daughter... more
I haven't used these masks myself. But Vistaprint makes some of our favorite calendars and stickers, so it makes sense that they'd also make beautiful, graphic... more
Most of Cotopaxi's colorful gear is made from deadstock, or colorful fabric remnants that are left over when other manufacturers make jackets or apparel. Likewi... more
For the quickest shipping times, you can filter your searches by custom location to find mask makers that are close to your zip code. Don't forget to check that... more
Wearing a mask can feel depressing. It's harder to see people smile, or to make them smile yourself. That's why product writer Louryn Strampe loves the glitter... more
Senior editor Michael Calore likes their reusable masks, which come in two different sizes. You can use flexible measuring tape to measure from ear to ear acros... more
Buying a mask can be a convenient and easy way to support causes that you love. The Professional Association of Dive Instructors (PADI) is currently selling fun... more
I confess: I don't actually wear a mask while running, because I run in parks where I can very easily maintain more than a 6-foot distance. But most runners and... more
Shon Simon is an LA-based wholesale clothing manufacturer who makes masks for half the price that I've seen on Etsy. The price is even more astonishing given th... more
Another mask made by a US-based outdoor apparel manufacturer is the face mask from Trew Gear, produced in collaboration with NW Alpine in Portland, Oregon. The... more
Outdoor Research is a US-based outdoor gear maker with domestic manufacturing and fast shipping. It makes one of my favorite rain jackets, and now it also makes... more
In April, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended that all citizens wear nonmedical face masks to slow the spread of Covid-19. Wearing a m... more
Seattle-based Tom Bihn makes my favorite work backpack, so it makes sense that it also make my favorite mask. They come in several colors and two size... more
I also bought these masks, which are unisex and one-sized. Nevertheless, they fit me well and have a moldable nose wire to cover gaps. They're also made from a... more
If you are severely ill with COVID-19 or suffer from other complications that prevent you from caring for your infant or continuing direct breastfeeding, expres... more
You can recover from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Catching the new coronavirus DOES NOT mean you will have it for life. Most of the people who catch COVI... more
Using available preliminary data, the median time from onset to clinical recovery for mild cases is approximately 2 weeks and is 3-6 weeks for patients with sev... more
Disinfectant solutions should always be prepared in well-ventilated areas. Wash your hands after using any disinfectant, including surface wipes. Keep lids tigh... more
No. Vaccines against pneumonia, such as pneumococcal vaccine and Haemophilus influenza type B (Hib) vaccine, do not provide protection against the new coronavir... more
In some countries masks are worn in accordance with local customs or in accordance with advice by national authorities in the context of COVID-19. In these situ... more
The normal human body temperature remains around 36.5°C to 37°C, regardless of the external temperature or weather. The most effective way to protect yourself a... more
The new coronavirus is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of... more
Hands touch too many surfaces and can quickly pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your face, from where the virus can move insid... more
People ill with COVID-19 and TB show similar symptoms such as cough, fever and difficulty breathing. Both diseases attack primarily the lungs and although both... more
An asymptomatic laboratory-confirmed case is a person infected with COVID-19 who does not develop symptoms. Asymptomatic transmission refers to transmission of... more
The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the global population in drastic ways. In many countries, older people are facing the most threats and challenges at this tim... more
People infected with COVID-19 can still infect others after they stop feeling sick, so these measures should continue for at least two weeks after symptoms disa... more
For most people, it starts with a fever and a dry cough, not a runny nose. Most people will have mild disease and get better without needing any special care.
Maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between yourself and others. Why? When someone coughs, sneezes, or speaks they spray small liquid droplets from thei... more
There is no evidence that the Bacille Calmette-Guérin vaccine (BCG) protects people against infection with COVID-19 virus. Two clinical trials addressing this q... more
To date there has been no information nor evidence to suggest that the new coronavirus could be transmitted by mosquitoes. The new coronavirus is a respiratory... more
The transmission of the COVID-19 virus through breastmilk and breastfeeding has not been detected. While breastfeeding, a mother should still implement appropri... more
In particular, alcohol compromises the body's immune system and increases the risk of adverse health outcomes. Therefore, people should minimize their alcohol c... more
There is no evidence of a direct connection between climate change and the emergence or transmission of COVID-19 disease. As the disease is now well e... more
It is important to note that the clinical criteria require that patients' symptoms have been resolved for at least three days before release from isolation, wit... more
Sputum and saliva carry large amounts of virus. Although COVID‐19 is not a sexually transmitted infection, kissing, intimate contact, and faecal-oral routes are... more
There is no evidence that drinking lots of water flushes out the new coronavirus or the stomach acid kills the virus. However, for good health in general, it is... more
Preventive measures to reduce the chances of infection include staying at home, avoiding crowded places, washing hands with soap and water often and for at leas... more
The virus that causes COVID-19 infects people of all ages. However, evidence to date suggests that two groups of people are at a higher risk of getting severe C... more
The main ingredient used in waterpipe is tobacco, and its use has both acute and long-term harmful effects on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems , likel... more
People are most infectious when they show symptoms (even mild or non-specific symptoms), but may be infectious for up to two days before symptoms appear (pre-sy... more
Most people (about 80%) recover from the disease without needing special treatment, and for the majority – especially for children and young adults – illness du... more
