Wearing a face mask is one way to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, according to health care officials. However, they are sometimes uncomfortable and confining and have even become a ...

INDIANAPOLIS — Opponents of face masks have a long list of reasons for refusing to wear them. Some claim the masks are endangering their health. Keelin James said she’s required to wear a mask at work ...

Using face masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19 has been widely recommended by health professionals. This has triggered studies of the materials, design, and other issues affecting the way face ...

Non-rebreather masks are used to deliver oxygen therapy to people who require high-concentration oxygen but aren’t in need of breathing assistance. They’re considered low-flow oxygen delivery systems.

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Are face masks necessary? According to health experts, the ...

Wearing a mask is proven by evidence to reduce the risk of coronavirus, despite common myths and misinformation that it is unsafe or ineffective.

Editor's note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape's Coronavirus Resource Center. Wearing a mask to protect against transmission of COVID-19 does not decrease oxygen saturation, ...

Wearing a face mask is one way to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, according to health care officials. However, they are sometimes uncomfortable and confining and have even become a ...