Out of an abundance of caution, the CDC now recommends wearing a face mask or covering any time you go to grocery stores, pharmacies, or other places where social distancing is hard to practice. Since ...

For the better part of more than a month, we’ve worn face masks to protect our neighbors and fellow community members when we leave home. The question is: Are you protecting yourself by properly ...

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Masks are an important part of reducing the spread of the coronavirus (in addition to proper hand hygiene and social distancing). Ever since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended ...

Whether you’re wearing a disposable surgical mask or a cloth bandana, here’s how to make sure your protective gear stays sanitary. If you do venture out wearing masks and gloves, here’s how to clean ...

The CDC recommends wearing a face mask that covers your nose and mouth when leaving your home for essentials like groceries and prescriptions. Some types of masks are not intended for reuse, but there ...

Don't try to clean and reuse an N95 mask. We found that out the hard way when we had to correct our initial advice. But you can clean and reuse a cloth face covering. Brian Cooley is CNET's Editor at ...

Brett Mitchell is affiliated with the University of Newcastle, Editor-in-Chief (Infection, Disease and Health), member of the Infection Control Expert Advisory Group (Advising AHHPC), member of the ...