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2. Surgical mask - Wikipedia

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   A surgical mask serves as a mechanical barrier that interferes with direct airflow in and out of respiratory orifices (i.e. nose and mouth).Most commonly used surgical masks are designed to only trap respiratory droplets, and therefore do not filter or block fine airborne particles that are smaller than the designed filtration ratings, which may be transmitted by coughs, sneezes, unintentional ...

3. Face shield - Wikipedia

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   A face shield, an item of personal protective equipment (PPE), aims to protect the wearer's entire face (or part of it) from hazards such as flying objects and road debris, chemical splashes (in laboratories or in industry), or potentially infectious materials (in medical and laboratory environments). Depending on the type used, a face shield ...

4. Can I use a face shield instead of a mask? - AOL

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   However, those who want extra protection may want to wear a face shield in addition to a mask. Face shields have the added benefit of protecting your eyes and discouraging you from touching your ...

5. Face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic - Wikipedia

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   US Ambassador to Indonesia Sung Kim accompanied by local officials at the Presidential Palace wearing face masks amid the COVID-19 pandemic. During the COVID-19 pandemic, face masks or coverings, including N95, FFP2, surgical, and cloth masks, have been employed as public and personal health control measures against the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

6. Personal protective equipment - Wikipedia

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   Face shields provide additional protection and are worn over the standard eyewear; they also provide protection from impact, chemical, and blood-borne hazards. [ 14 ] Full-facepiece respirators are considered the best form of eye protection when respiratory protection is needed as well, but may be less effective against potential impact hazards ...

7. Nearly 40% of restaurant owners lack business insurance ... - AOL

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   Protection against damages. Business insurance can help cover repair costs for winter-related issues like burst pipes, building damage from heavy snow or customer slip-and-fall injuries from icy ...

8. Killing of UnitedHealthcare exec ignites patient anger over ...

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   The killing last week of a powerful health insurance executive has ignited an outpouring of anger from America ... and face unexpected costs for care they thought was covered by their health plan ...

9. Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation - Wikipedia

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   Mouth-to-face - Used on both animal muzzles and infants under 2, as this forms the most effective seal on both the mouth and nostrils; Mouth-to-mask – Most organisations recommend the use of some sort of barrier between rescuer and patient to reduce cross infection risk. One popular type is the 'pocket mask'.