Face masks are one of the most crucial measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but confusion and misinformation still surround their use. In this new phase of the pandemic, in which about 70 ...

Since May, highly contagious "FLiRT" coronavirus variants – a term for new mutations of Omicron – have been driving a rise in infections and emergency room trips. Virus levels at local wastewater ...

SEOUL (Reuters) - From tutorials on how to wear makeup with a face mask, to hats that incorporate a protective plastic face shield, South Koreans are seeking to make sure the coronavirus outbreak ...

A new meta-analysis finds that wearing masks during the COVID-19 pandemic—even N95 masks—may not have afforded individuals any more protection against the virus. Researchers from various prestigious ...

This week marks five years since March 13, 2020, the day President Donald Trump declared a national state of emergency over the novel coronavirus outbreak. The White House issued the President's ...

Judit Gebhardt of Washington state said it takes just four pieces of fabric, some thread and a couple of ponytail holders to make a mask cover. "I can do about seven in an hour," she said. After ...

A 'Special Communication' article published in the journal JAMA Network Open provides a detailed overview of current high-quality literature describing the utility of face masks in reducing ...

Are masks effective against the spread of COVID-19? In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, many people believed that wearing masks did not work due to the lack of scientific evidence. Experts ...

TOKYO — The most recognized emblem of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the one likely to persist, is about to lose some of its clout in Japan. New mask guidelines from the government take effect Monday, ...