A type of mask used by healthcare providers to protect themselves from the coronavirus can be reprocessed to augment supplies, researchers believe. Unlike cloth and surgical masks, the N95 respirators are designed to achieve a very snug facial fit, with edges that form a tight seal around the nose and […]
Key Points Question What methods of filtering facepiece respirator decontamination are effective and feasible? Findings Five decontamination processes and 42 studies were reviewed. Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, moist heat, and microwave-generated steam processing were effective for pathogen removal, preserved respirator filtration, and had short treatment times and readily available equipment. Vaporized hydrogen peroxide […]
