N95 masks worn to protect against COVID-19 prevented tuberculosis exposure in healthcare workers
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.103515
Abstract: Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare workers in our institution have been equipped with N95 masks when performing aerosol-generating procedures, as these are associated with an increased risk of infection. We present… read more here.
Keywords: prevented tuberculosis; tuberculosis exposure; n95 masks; healthcare workers ... See more keywords
7 Failure Rates during Reuse of Disposable N95 Masks in Clinical Practice in the Emergency Department
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DOI: 10.1016/j.annemergmed.2020.09.017
Abstract: Study Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic caused a worldwide shortage of personal protective equipment, specifically disposable N95 respirators, prompting health care entities to extend the use of these masks beyond their intended single-use manufacturer recommendation with… read more here.
Keywords: use; n95 masks; disposable n95; use failures ... See more keywords
Principles and practice for SARS-CoV-2 decontamination of N95 masks with UV-C
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DOI: 10.1016/j.bpj.2021.02.039
Abstract: A mainstay of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic is the N95 filtering facepiece respirator. N95 respirators are commonly used to protect healthcare workers from respiratory pathogens, including the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, and… read more here.
Keywords: use; n95 masks; principles practice; decontamination ... See more keywords
Sterilizable and Reusable UV-Resistant Graphene-Polyurethane Elastomer Composites.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c17791
Abstract: Shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic caused medical workers to reuse medical supplies such as N95 masks. While ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) is commonly used for sterilization, UVGI… read more here.
Keywords: graphene; reusable resistant; polyurethane elastomer; sterilizable reusable ... See more keywords
Standard hospital blanket warming cabinets can be utilized for complete moist heat SARS-CoV2 inactivation of contaminated N95 masks for re-use
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-97345-w
Abstract: Shortages of personal protective equipment for use during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic continue to be an issue among health-care workers globally. Extended and repeated use of N95 filtering facepiece respirators without adequate decontamination is of particular… read more here.
Keywords: blanket warming; hospital blanket; moist heat; n95 masks ... See more keywords
Recharging and rejuvenation of decontaminated N95 masks
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DOI: 10.1063/5.0023940
Abstract: N95 respirators comprise a critical part of the personal protective equipment used by frontline health-care workers and are typically meant for one-time usage. However, the recent COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a serious shortage of… read more here.
Keywords: decontamination; recharging rejuvenation; filtration efficiency; n95 masks ... See more keywords
The impact of wearing powered air purifying respirators or N95 masks on the olfactory function in healthcare workers: A randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000032669
Abstract: Background: With the Coronavirus disease 2019 epidemic, wearing a mask has become routine to prevent and control the virus’s spread, especially for healthcare workers. However, the impact of long-term mask wear on the human body… read more here.
Keywords: n95 masks; mask; air purifying; powered air ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of Face Masks in Preventing Airborne Transmission of SARS-CoV-2
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DOI: 10.1128/msphere.00637-20
Abstract: Airborne simulation experiments showed that cotton masks, surgical masks, and N95 masks provide some protection from the transmission of infective SARS-CoV-2 droplets/aerosols; however, medical masks (surgical masks and even N95 masks) could not completely block… read more here.
Keywords: transmission; surgical masks; n95 masks; masks surgical ... See more keywords
Medical/Surgical, Cloth and FFP/(K)N95 Masks: Unmasking Preference, SARS-CoV-2 Transmissibility and Respiratory Side Effects
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DOI: 10.3390/jpm12030325
Abstract: Background: Social distancing and mask-wearing were recommended and mandatory for people during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A web-based questionnaire was disseminated through social media assessing mask type preference and COVID-19 history amongst tertiary sector services… read more here.
Keywords: medical surgical; n95 masks; mask; ffp n95 ... See more keywords