Page 2 - Pollution Masks

The mask: Protective gear against Covid that doubles up as a style quotient

From simple protective gear to sophisticated offerings with logos, taglines and artistic work, there are a whole lot of masks you can choose from

Existing evidence suggests face masks don't lead to false sense of security

A new study suggests that face masks doesn't lead to false sense of security, and is unlikely to increase the risk of infection through wearers foregoing other behaviours such as good hand hygiene

3M files 18 lawsuits in US for counterfeiting, price gouging of N95 masks

3M says courts have issued six temporary restraining orders and four preliminary injunctions so far to stop N95 sales that it says are unlawful

Covid-19: Brazilian President vetoes law requiring masks in public spaces

Brazil currently accounts for the second highest number of Covid-19 cases and deaths in the world

N95, surgical or homemade: Which mask to wear to keep coronavirus at bay

Here's a look at some of the types of masks you might encounter, how they work, what to consider when making your own and the level of protection they could provide.

Covid-19: Petrol pumps won't sell you fuel if you are not wearing a mask

Worried about the safety of their staffers, more than 58,000 fuel retail outlets across India have decided to decline refills for those customers who are not ready to wear masks

Coronavirus: Govt bans export of ventilators, surgical/disposable masks

However, it said items including gloves, ophthalmic instruments and appliances, and biopsy punch can be freely exported

Facebook to ban face mask ads to prevent exploiting of coronavirus fears

The ban covers advertisements on the social media platform as well as commercial listings on Facebook Marketplace, the company said

Planning to buy an air purifier? consider one with HEPA filters

The major difference between an ordinary air purifier and HEPA air purifier is its ability to remove impurities from the air

Delhi pollution: AQI inches closer to 'severe', relief likely on Saturday

Experts said the situation is likely to worsen in the next 24 hours, while some relief is expected on Saturday

Air pollution: Best air purifiers and masks that can help you breathe easy

Business Standard lists five anti-pollution gears that may be most efficient during poor and hazardous air quality in your city

Now, black market in pollution masks

Corner stores are apparently doing bulk orders from online sites and then selectively reselling at a substantial profit