Like surgical masks, N95 masks are designed for single use. But they also can be reused after isolating them in a breathable location such as inside a paper bag, Kirsten Koehler, an associate ...

In a recording sent to ABC13 last week, a supervisor tells Centra nurses that they need to store their masks in paper bags and reuse them.

How to reuse: The best strategy is to isolate it for a week in a breathable container such as a paper bag. Putting masks in the plastic may lead to accumulation of moisture and development of ...

Amid a resurgence of COVID-19 cases across Australia, there is renewed focus on masks as a simple way to prevent the spread of the virus.

Disposable masks can be used more than once, but it's important to make sure the mask isn't carrying coronavirus.

Disposable masks are exactly that – destined for the bin, and not for long-term use. However, to save money, reduce waste or avoid hassle, many people are reusing surgical masks. That can pose a ...

This is how to store a face mask properly and everything else you should know to stay safe. Experts answer questions about cleaning and storing face masks.

With the right care, your high-performance mask can last for multiple uses. By Tara Parker-Pope Where do you typically keep your high-quality, medical-style masks? A) In several brown paper bags ...

Dr. Jen Caudle recently posted a YouTube video addressing whether you should wash your N95 mask with soap and water or alcohol to disinfect it.

Reusing single-use surgical masks for up to a week had no major impact on skin or upper respiratory tract microbiomes, according to data published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases.

Wearing a used mask could be less effective against Covid-19 than not having any face covering at all, a new study has claimed. Researchers looking at the three-layer pleated surgical face masks ...