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.
Mask ratings can be confusing: N95, KN95, FFP1, FFP2, P2, or surgical mask? This quick run-down of mask specifications covers mask types, mask ratings, and their effectiveness at filtering particles. Let’s begin by discussing mask types or certification types. There are generally three commonly used, disposable masks: single-use face masks, …
Surgical masks are designed to be worn in one direction only. However, it can be difficult to know which way a medical face mask should go. Should the blue side be outward or inward? And what about those all-white surgical masks? In this article, we’ll cover how to wear a …
There has been little dispute that HEPA filters are extremely effective at removing virus and COVID-19 sized particles from the air. However, what has been less known is whether or not HEPA filters can actually reduce the transmission of COVID-19 in the real world. Now, thanks to a new CDC …
Research is abundant on the health benefits of air purifiers. Pollution is everywhere, and using HEPA air purifiers at home to reduce the amount of pollution you breathe in is one of the most underrated health hacks. In this article, we share six benefits of air purifiers that can significantly …
As winter arrives, many people get colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. But why do we get sick more often during these colder months? Research helps explain how cold weather can weaken our immune defenses. Problem #1: Cold Air Our nose is the primary entry point for respiratory viruses and …
CO2 monitors are becoming a popular tool for COVID-19 mitigation indoors. But are CO2 levels actually a good indication of the risk of COVID-19 spread? In this article, we dive into why people are using CO2 monitors and how they can (and can not) help. Why CO2 Monitors Are Used …
Portable Carbon Dioxide (CO2) monitors are growing popular in home and office. CO2 monitors can help measure ventilation and help lower the spread of respiratory viruses. But what are the best and most accurate CO2 monitors on the market? To find out, Smart Air analyzed CO2 monitor test data to …
How long can you wear face masks? How often you should replace your surgical or N95 mask depends on who you ask. The WHO recommends changing surgical masks every 4 hours. If that’s true, that means a lot of masks and a lot of waste. To find out how long …
KN95 masks are one of the most popular respiratory masks on the market for COVID-19 protection. The CDC states that authentic KN95 masks provide the highest protection against COVID-19. The issue is the CDC stated that 60% of KN95 masks on the market do not actually pass KN95 standards. So …
HEPA filters are great at filtering particles such as dust, PM2.5, and PM10. They also do an incredible job of capturing nanoparticles including bacteria, COVID-19, and other viruses. What HEPA filters don’t do though, is destroy the particles. This has led to a lot of marketing hype and confused air …
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