Health effects of filtering facepiece respirators: Systematic review of pulmonary and cardiovascular effects
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DOI: 10.1002/ajim.23450
Abstract: Abstract Filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) were introduced to protect the wearer by removing small particles from inspired air. FFRs are now also used to reduce the spread of transmissible agents from the wearer and are… read more here.
Keywords: effects filtering; health effects; respirators systematic; systematic review ... See more keywords
UV-C tower for point-of-care decontamination of filtering facepiece respirators
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2020.11.010
Abstract: Filtering facepiece respirators (FFR) are critical for protecting essential personnel and limiting the spread of disease. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, FFR supplies are dwindling in many health systems, necessitating re-use of potentially contaminated… read more here.
Keywords: care decontamination; point care; decontamination; filtering facepiece ... See more keywords
Assessing the breathing resistance of filtering-facepiece respirators in Polish coal mines: A survey and laboratory study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ergon.2018.07.001
Abstract: Abstract Hard coal miners most commonly use filtering-facepiece respirators to protect themselves from hazardous air particles. Prolonged exposure to coal mine dust is the cause of various pulmonary diseases, particularly coal workers' pneumoconiosis. This article… read more here.
Keywords: breathing resistance; survey; filtering facepiece; coal ... See more keywords
Development of a rapid plasma decontamination system for decontamination and reuse of filtering facepiece respirators
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DOI: 10.1063/5.0067730
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a high demand for filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs), which has brought global challenges in sustaining the supply chain for FFRs. Because respirators are basic personal protective equipment to protect frontline… read more here.
Keywords: decontamination system; decontamination; filtering facepiece; plasma decontamination ... See more keywords
How Effective Is the Filtration of ‘KN95’ Filtering Facepiece Respirators During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
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DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxaa101
Abstract: Abstract Objectives The high demand of filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) worldwide during the period of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a critical situation for decision-makers regarding their supply. After authorizing the use of FFRs… read more here.
Keywords: niosh approved; filtration; kn95; filtering facepiece ... See more keywords
Quantitative Fit Evaluation of N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirators and Coronavirus Inactivation Following Heat Treatment
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DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxab020
Abstract: Abstract Reuse of filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs, commonly referred to as N95s) normally meant for single use has become common in healthcare facilities due to shortages caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we report that… read more here.
Keywords: heat treatment; filtering facepiece; heat; facepiece respirators ... See more keywords
Healthcare personnel exposure in an emergency department during influenza season
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0203223
Abstract: Introduction Healthcare personnel are at high risk for exposure to influenza by direct and indirect contact, droplets and aerosols, and by aerosol generating procedures. Information on air and surface influenza contamination is needed to assist… read more here.
Keywords: bioaerosol; healthcare personnel; influenza; filtering facepiece ... See more keywords