Researchers have developed a prototype for a smart mask that can be used to monitor a range of medical conditions, including respiratory ailments, such as asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary ...

Personalized wearable devices that monitor people's health are on the rise. From watches to patches and other types of sensors, these smart devices can monitor heart activity, inflammation levels, and ...

Just a few short years ago, acquiring medical face masks, gloves, and face shields was a challenge akin to securing front-row tickets to a Taylor Swift concert. By mid-2020, the COVID-19 pandemic and ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. Wearing a face mask when you’re in a public setting is one of the ...

Worried about pollution? A Chandigarh dentist reveals how to pick the right mask. Look for a darker, water-repellent front ...

Face masks can help to reduce transmission of respiratory viruses such as influenza, according to experts and medical ...

Editor's note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape's Coronavirus Resource Center. Regular medical masks might provide protection similar to that of N95 respirators in preventing ...

New research shows that while many cloth and medical masks fall short against tiny airborne particles, simple hacks like overmasking or using braces can dramatically improve your protection, yet only ...