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N95 masks are the gold standard in coronavirus protection, but experts warn they need to be fit-tested – ABC News
A national survey of doctors reveals one in five have not had their respirator mask professionally fit tested.
Posted
September 02, 2020 05:06:18
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and during a summer of bushfires, P2 or N95 masks have been held up as the best protection against contaminants in the air, but their effectiveness can be severely reduced because one size does not fit all.
Key points:
- A survey reveals only one in five doctors have had their N95 or P2 masks professionally fit-tested
- Experts warn the masks must create a seal around the face to be fully effective in filter…
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