Half a year into the coronavirus pandemic, it looks like mask-wearing isn’t stopping any time soon. While masks may not be the accessory of the year we all wanted, they present an opportunity to make ...

We’re in this for the long haul. The pandemic is still a threat, which means we still need to wear face coverings when outside. But as states work their way through phases of reopening, we’re planning ...

It's difficult to keep your distance in a grocery store or pharmacy, so now the CDC says we should wear a homemade mask in public to slow the spread of the coronavirus — particularly in areas with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This fall, a face mask is going to be your most important accessory. Seriously, the CDC recommends that Americans wear a cloth ...

As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout California, many people are wondering how they can protect themselves and the people around them while out in public for essential needs. Earlier this month, ...

Federal health officials have now recommended that we cover our faces with fabric during the coronavirus pandemic. But what material offers the most protection? The Centers for Disease Control and ...

In desperate times, wearing a cloth mask is better than having no mask on at all ⁠— true or false? Well, yes and no. Dr Chen Xiaoting, a Taiwanese anaesthesiologist, is one proponent of using cloth ...

Adding a third layer to cloth face masks is now recommended for preventing the spread of COVID-19. Non-woven polypropylene fabric is the material of choice for this third layer, but many people may ...

Scientists are testing everyday items to find the best protection from coronavirus. Pillow cases, flannel pajamas and origami vacuum bags are all candidates. By Tara Parker-Pope Federal health ...