Face mask facts and myths from the COVID era
An item summarizing mixed guidance on masks including protection roles for wearers and others, OSHA and CDC positions, electrostatic effects of N95s, fabric research, legality issues, and common misconceptions about HIPAA ADA and political figures, with a Facebook grant note.
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CDC
Texas Medical Center
New England Journal
New England Journal of Medicine
Gretchen Whitmer
Doctors Say Valve Masks Are Not Very Effective
Medical experts advocate against valve masks citing unfiltered exhaled air that can spread viral droplets. Mayo Clinic physician Kai Singhard warns they defeat masking goals, urging masks that cover nose and mouth with snug fit.
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Kai Singhard
Mayo Clinic
Arizona
Singhard
Maricopa
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Kristine Romin
Camelback Dermatology
Maricopa County
Romin
Singbard
Flu shot linked to lower Alzheimer's risk study says
A study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference found that receiving the seasonal flu vaccine is associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease. One vaccination linked to a 17 percent drop, with higher protection for earlier first vaccination, and stronger effects for those who start at age 60. The authors caution that causality is not established and discuss potential immune system and inflammation mechanisms.
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Alzheimer’s Association International Conference
Albert Amran
McGovern Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center
Steven DeKosky
University of Florida
McKnight Brain Institute
Mayo Clinic
Zaldy Tan
University of California- Los Angeles
DeKpsky
USA Today
Masimo Foundation
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Tom Bihn
Joe Nicholson
Amanda Morris
USA Today Network
Adrianna Rodriguez
Mari Carrillo
Alzheimer’s Association
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