Wearing two face masks, or double masking, can substantially reduce a person’s exposure to coronavirus particles, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC ...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a cottage industry of cloth-based face masks arose, and nonmedical disposable masks became massively popular. Finding one (or several) that is effective, comfortable, and ...

Cloth face masks are useful in protecting against the novel coronavirus — but only if you wash them after every use, according to a new study that found that reusing these face coverings over and over ...

This article was medically reviewed by Aimee Desrosiers, PA-C, MS, MPH, a practicing infectious diseases physician assistant in Washington, DC. Almost a year ago, my mom showed me a DIY mask tutorial ...

As the highly contagious Omicron coronavirus variant continues to spread, some experts say it’s past time to reconsider your face mask options – especially if you’re still wearing the cloth variety.

Your handmade face masks in every color and pattern under the sun may make for quirky accessories, but they should no longer be your go-to protective face coverings during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) ...

Public health experts increasingly advise wearing higher-quality masks when possible. Some European airlines have banned cloth face coverings, favoring surgical masks instead. While he thinks ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. The CDC still recommends washing cloth face coverings ...