The latest info and practical tips on protecting yourself from the Covid19 coronavirus. Information and open-data covering: N95 masks, surgical masks, DIY and homemade masks, air purifiers and disinfecting and washing masks.
I often get asked questions about double masks: “Is wearing two masks better than one?” and “Does doubling mask layers increase effectiveness?” It would make sense that the more layers you wear, the safer you are, right? Even director of the NIH Dr. Anthony Fauci has said it seems like … Read more
Air purifiers have become an obvious for those looking to protect themselves from the COVID-19 coronavirus. That’s not surprising. Data shows that air purifiers can filter COVID-19. In fact, the EPA now suggests portable air purifiers be used to improve ventilation to protect against COVID-19: However, when looking … Read more
The coronavirus has made millions around the world regularly wear masks to reduce the spread of the virus. It is clear, masks help mitigate virus spread. But widespread mask wearing may be having another unintended benefit: lowering blood pressure for millions. With mask wearing to prevent coronavirus spread, people are … Read more
How should hospitals use air purifiers for COVID-19 protection? Since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, air purifiers for hospitals have been in great demand. Hospitals have turned to air purifiers to create the safest environment for COVID-19 protection. Can Air Purifiers Capture the Coronavirus? Yes, and very well. Air … Read more
COVID-19 has put a burden on hospitals around the globe. Hospitals have put great effort into reducing virus spread within their facilities. In addition to encouraging mask wearing and proper hygiene, Smart Air has shown that HEPA air purifiers are proven to filter out coronavirus-sized particles. Smart Air – a … Read more
The potentially devastating effects of learning loss for millions of students is a serious risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. With this in mind, many schools are looking for strategies to protect students in classrooms and around the school from COVID-19. The Harvard Schools for Health is a useful report that provides … Read more
Peer-reviewed scientific research has shown conclusively that HEPA air purifiers capture over 99% of viruses, even viruses as small as the coronavirus. However, it’s important to remember that air purifiers are not a silver bullet for virus protection. Things to Look Out For When Using a HEPA Purifier to Protect … Read more
Data compiled by the world health organization (WHO) shows that poor ventilation can lead to an increase in virus transmission. As such, improving ventilation indoors should be considered an important step in reducing the spread of viruses such as COVID-19. This article covers three simple steps to improve indoor ventilation … Read more
Air purifiers with HEPA filters are highly effective at filtering out COVID-19 coronavirus and other viruses. But viruses can remain on surfaces for scarily long periods of time. When thinking about viruses stuck in an air purifier’s HEPA filters, that sounds scary. It’s also led to incredible-sounding headlines about how … Read more
Data shows that having good indoor ventilation can reduce the chance of virus transmission. Armed with that knowledge, can something as simple as opening a door or a window help to fight COVID-19 and reduce coronavirus transmission indoors? Recommended Air Changes Per Hour Before we can say how … Read more
